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In the ancient China, cordyceps was highly recommended as one of the most effective medicines for all illness. Due to its anti-aging and cure-all properties, it can be compared to ginseng, reishi and deer velvet. In general, cordyceps is a tonic that help the body build strength, improve the organic functioning, strengthen the immune system and bring longevity.
The Chinese have been using Cordyceps as a tonic for over two-thousand
years. It is said to be a "yin nourishing" and "yang invigorating"
tonic to balance the "Qi," or one's life force. It was traditionally
used to rebuild stamina after prolonged stress, for infertility
and to increase libido, to improve kidney function, and to improve
respiration.
Today, Cordyceps is still used according to TCM for asthma and other respiratory disorders, exercise enhancement, infertility, and immunomodulation. Studies have also shown it to be useful for high cholesterol, cancer, chemotherapy palliation, and for its anti-oxidant potential.
Actions and Properties:
- Anti-oxidant
- Anti-viral
- Anti-tumor
- Immunomodulator
- Cardiovascular
- Respiratory
- Reproductive
Constituents
- Cordycepic acid
- Cordycepin
- Vitamin B12
- Crude protein
- Amino acids
- Glutamic acid
- Oleic and linoleic acids Polysaccarides
- Cyclic peptides
- Inorganic elements (P, Mg, Fe, Ca)
Cordyceps Research: Articles & Links
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