Robert Beelman
Professor Emeritus of Food Science
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0404 Erickson Food Science
University Park, PA - rbb6@psu.edu
Huck Affiliations
News Articles Featuring Robert Beelman
Feb 18, 2023
Neuroscience Says This Simple Food Boosts Memory and Grows Brain Cells. (It Tastes Like Opportunity)
There are three reasons why business leaders should follow advances in neuroscience and memory.
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Feb 07, 2022
Soil tillage reduces availability of ‘longevity vitamin’ ergothioneine in crops
Soil tillage on farms may significantly reduce the availability in crops of ergothioneine, an amino acid produced by certain types of soil-borne fungi and bacteria that is known as a “longevity vitamin” due to its potent antioxidant properties, according to new research. The study is among the first to demonstrate that soil disturbance can directly impact a key dietary factor associated with long-term human health.
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Apr 22, 2021
Eating a handful of mushrooms a day cuts cancer risk by third, study suggests
Adding a handful of mushrooms to your risotto, omelette or pasta could ward off cancer, research suggests.
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Oct 02, 2020
The magic of mushrooms: Why they're the next big wellness trend
Mushrooms have long been used by traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, but these days the potential health benefits of mushrooms are being touted here in the United States as well. And for good reason: Mushrooms provide some key vitamins and minerals — and they also have unique nutritional properties.
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