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Cordyceps

Also known as: Cordyceps Sinensis, Cordyceps Militaris, Caterpillar Fungus, Cetepiller Mushroom, Summer grass-winter worm, Totsu kasu, Yarchakunbu, Aweto

Overview

Cordyceps is a mushroom used in Traditional Chinese Medicine that is touted to be anti-aging and pro-vitality; these quite vague claims have not yet been evaluated in human interventions. It can regulate testicular testosterone production, but has complex mechanisms.

Benefits

Cordyceps has complex mechanisms that can regulate testicular testosterone production. However, the specific details of how it functions in the body are not fully understood.

How it works

Cordyceps is most often used for Healthy Aging & Longevity. It is linked to improvements in cycling performance, aerobic exercise performance, and other health conditions.

Side effects

Cordyceps has been used in human trials in the dosage range of 1,000-3,000mg daily, either in one single dose or multiple doses with meals. There is no indication if this is the optimal dose or not, and it is uncertain if this dosage is even effective as some of the research has come back null.

Dosage

The text does not provide specific side effects, safety concerns, or contraindications for Cordyceps.

FAQs

What are other names for Cordyceps?

Cordyceps is also known as Cordyceps Sinensis, Cordyceps Militaris, Caterpillar Fungus, Cetepiller Mushroom, Summer grass-winter worm, Totsu kasu, Yarchakunbu, and Aweto.