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List any two bioactive molecules of fungal origin and explain how those molecules help in restoring good health in humans.

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a) Cyclosporin A- produced by the fungus Trichoderma polysporum, is used as an immuno suppressive agent in organ- transplant patients.
b) Statins- produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus have been commercialised as blood cholesterol lowering agents by competitively inhibiting the enzyme responsible for synthesis of cholesterol.
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