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Cordyceps militaris
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Cordyceps is a genus of parasitic fungi that has been used in Traditional Chinese and Tibetan medicine for centuries. Wild Cordyceps sinensis grows on caterpillar larvae in the Himalayas and is extremely expensive. Modern cultivation techniques now produce Cordyceps militaris, which has similar bioactive compounds.
Cordyceps is a genus of parasitic fungi that has been used in Traditional Chinese and Tibetan medicine for centuries. Wild Cordyceps sinensis grows on caterpillar larvae in the Himalayas and is extremely expensive. Modern cultivation techniques now produce Cordyceps militaris, which has similar bioactive compounds. Key active compounds include Cordycepin, Adenosine, Polysaccharides.
Cordycepin, along with Adenosine and Polysaccharides, are the primary bioactive compounds in Cordyceps. These compounds modulates immune cell activity and cytokine production.
Athletic performance and endurance
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Energy and fatigue
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Respiratory health
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Kidney function support
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Immune system modulation
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Energy and vitality tonic
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Kidney support
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Lung tonic
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Immunosuppressants | Moderate | Cordyceps has immune-modulating properties that may interfere with immunosuppressive medications. |
| Anticoagulants (general) | Moderate | Cordyceps may have mild antiplatelet effects that increase bleeding risk with anticoagulant medications. |
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