Cordyceps (Chinese Caterpillar Fungus)

ENDURANCE & ENERGY

Double extraction | Full spectrum of active compounds | Organic cultivation

Cordyceps sinensis is a warm-natured adaptogen traditionally used to reinforce the lungs, kidneys and overall vital energy (Qi). Owing to its cordycepin and adenosine content, it supports ATP metabolism, improves oxygen utilisation and protects against oxidative stress.

Composition

• Concentration: 15,000 mg per 30 ml
• Ingredients: macerate of a 25 % double water–alcohol extract of organic Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) spores.

PRACTICAL USES

• Performance and recovery – elevates energy levels, shortens post-exercise recovery, eases muscle soreness.
• Respiratory health – supports the lungs in asthma, cough and chronic respiratory fatigue; improves high-altitude exercise tolerance.
• Kidney protection – traditionally used for reduced filtration function and recurrent urinary-tract infections.
• Libido and fertility – natural support for testosterone levels, sperm quality and sexual vitality.
• Anti-stress adaptogen – stabilises mood, reduces irritability and fatigue, promotes restful sleep.
• Heart and circulation – helps maintain normal blood pressure, supports vascular elasticity and cardiac health.
• Immune system – strengthens “defensive Qi”, increasing resistance to bacterial and viral infections.

Other Possible Benefits

• Improves sperm quality, impotence, premature ejaculation, raises testosterone.
• Asthma (especially in children), persistent cough, allergic rhinitis.
• Recurrent UTIs, fatigue, exhaustion.
• Hepatoprotection (cirrhosis, hepatitis), adjunct in viral and bacterial infections.
• Benefits bone health (osteoporosis), lowers cholesterol.
• Muscle regeneration, improves blood flow, regulates menstruation (e.g. heavy bleeding).
• Adjunct in renal insufficiency, support for stress and sleep disorders when the body is depleted.
• Atherosclerosis, arrhythmia, chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia (increases platelet count).
• Immune support in Lyme disease, anxiety, depression; vaccination support (with Coriolus).
• Seminal plasma allergy, low immunity since childhood.

Characteristics According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

• Temperature: warm
• Taste: sweet
• Tropism: lungs, kidneys

Extended Actions in TCM Terms

1. Replenishes kidney yang and ming men fire
   • Boosts vitality and regenerative capacity.
2. Strengthens lung yin
   • Soothes chronic cough and respiratory dryness.
3. Nourishes kidney essence
   • Promotes longevity and resilience.
4. Transforms phlegm and stops cough
   • Reduces retained phlegm and enhances breathing.
5. Calms the spirit
   • Stabilises emotions, promotes restful sleep.
6. Supports defensive Qi
   • Enhances resistance to infections.

DOSAGE

10 drops daily

• Consult a physician or TCM therapist before use.
• Start with 4–5 drops and gradually increase to the full dose over the first week.
• Take a weekend break after the first week; after a month, pause for one week and repeat the cycle.

Contraindications

• Avoid evening use unless in cases of extreme exhaustion.
• Not recommended in insomnia, febrile diseases, acute conditions or pronounced heat sensations.
• Use with caution during pregnancy.

Additional Information

• Not intended for children under 3 years or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Do not use as a substitute for a varied diet.
• Store at room temperature, out of reach of small children.

SCIENTIFIC STUDIES ON CORDYCEPS

• Chen S., Li Z., Krochmal R. et al. “Cordyceps sinensis Improves Aerobic Capacity and Metabolic Threshold”. Int. J. Med. Mushrooms (2010)
  Conclusion: supplementation increased VO₂max and ventilatory threshold.
• Zhou X., Li T., Chen M. et al. “Cordyceps sinensis Improves Renal Function in CKD”. Phytomedicine (2019)
  Conclusion: improved eGFR and lowered creatinine in chronic kidney disease patients.
• Zhu J., Halim M., Zhe L. et al. “Cordyceps militaris Enhances Testosterone and Sperm Quality”. Asian J. Androl. (2016)
  Conclusion: increased sperm count, motility and testosterone levels.

Cordyceps boosts energy and endurance, protects the lungs and kidneys, and helps maintain mental balance—making it an ideal ally during daily exertion and periods of heightened stress.

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