Western Herbalism
Cordyceps
Cordyceps militaris
Also known as Caterpillar fungus.
Cultivated substitute for rare Ophiocordyceps sinensis with similar pharmacology Use fruiting bodies for highest actives Generally well-tolerated More human clinical trials needed
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Indications what the tradition reached for it in
- Lupus
- Impotence
- Premature ejaculation
- Liver disease
- Sexual dysfunction
- Low libido
- Renal failure
- Heart failure
- Hyperlipidemia
- Arrhythmia
- Respiratory infection
- Asthenia
- Low stamina
- Chronic bronchitis
- Autoimmune disease
- Asthma
- Cancer support
- Fatigue
- Diabetes
- Kidney dysfunction
- Hepatitis B
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Cough
- Chronic kidney disease
- Exercise intolerance
- Burnout
- Bronchitis
- Debility
- Immunodeficiency
- Inflammation
Safety
Breastfeeding: Lactation (source flag notSafeInLactation)
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Dosing as the sources wrote it
| Preparation | As written | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Dried powder or capsules | Dried powder or capsules 3-9 g/day | 3000-9000 mg |
| Tincture | Tincture (1:5) 3.5-7 mL (90-140 drops) 2-3x/day | 3.5-7 mL |
| Decoction | Decoction 3-9 g/day | 3000-9000 mg |
Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.
From the sources
Clinical Notes. Cultivated substitute for rare Ophiocordyceps sinensis with similar pharmacology Use fruiting bodies for highest actives Generally well-tolerated More human clinical trials needed
adaptogen-endurance. Cordyceps increases endurance, vigor and energy and enhances training and performance in athletic competition, acting as an adaptogen that enhances endocrine health and boosts energy and endurance.
kidney-protective. Cordyceps has beneficial effects on renal function, being kidney protective as well as regenerative, and protects the kidney from nephrotoxic drugs including chemotherapy.
hypolipidemic-antiatherosclerotic. Cordyceps is hypolipidemic, lowering cholesterol and inhibiting LDL oxidation, and is anti-atherosclerotic, with polysaccharide fraction CS-F30 shown to have hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activity.
Often paired with
Caterpillar fungusCordyceps sinensis
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CornZea mays
Corn PoppyPapaver rhoeas
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