Cordyceps militaris is an edible medicinal mushroom. It is native to East Asia found in tropical rain forests but now is found all over the world, Cordyceps contains abundant and diverse bioactive compounds and it also contains adenosine and cordyceps. In the mountains of China, the traditional Cordyceps Sinensis grows naturally on caterpillars high. Sinensis may be the most expensive or famous fungus, it is comparatively rare and in the laboratory cannot be easily grown to form a stroma (fruit body) whereas in an artificial environment C. militaris is the most successful commercially cultivated species. Cordyceps militaris invades living insect pupa that enables the fungus to grow and generate spores for reproduction by drawing nutrients from the pupa.
Benefits :
Some benefits of Cordyceps are as follows-
- May Boost Exercise Performance.
- Hypoglycemic property.
- Anti-Aging Properties.
- May Help Fight Inflammation.
- May Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes.
- Possible Benefits for Heart Health.
- Potential Anti-Tumor Effects.
Side effects :
Cordyceps has mild side effects including stomach ache, diarrhea, nausea, or dry mouth.
Precautions & Warnings :
- Avoid using cordyceps who have auto-immune diseases that increase the symptoms.
- Avoid those who have Bleeding disorders, Cordyceps might slow blood clotting that might increase the risk of bleeding in people.
Interaction:
Be cautious with the following combination-
- Immunosuppressants interact with Cordyceps which can increase the activity of the immune system. This interaction might decrease the effects of these medications.
- Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs interact with Cordyceps might slow blood clotting and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Dose :
In adults, Cordyceps is used in doses of 3-6 grams daily for up to 1 year by oral route. Advice with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
