What is Cordyceps?

Cordyceps militaris (L. ex Fr. Link), also known as Northern Cordyceps, northern Cordyceps summer grass, or pupa grass, is the type species of the Cordyceps genus. Taxonomically speaking, it belongs to the same phylum fungi, subphylum Ascomycota, class Nuclear Fungi, order Spherical, family Ergotricaceae and genus Cordyceps as Chinese Cordyceps sinensis (commonly known as Chinese Cordyceps). Cordyceps militaris is a combination of insects or pupae and fungi.

China is rich in Cordyceps resources, with approximately 60 species. The most common ones include Cordyceps sinensis, Cordyceps militaris, Cordyceps hedyceps, Cordyceps sorbifolium, Cordyceps cinerea and Cordyceps huoides, all of which have similar medicinal values.

To address the shortage of natural Cordyceps resources and protect the ecological environment, scientists have conducted research on the artificial cultivation of Cordyceps, among which the research and application of Cordyceps militaris are the most representative.

Studies have shown that Cordyceps militaris has the functions of enhancing immunity, antioxidation, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, regulating endocrine, promoting sleep, anti-fatigue, anti-aging, antispasmolytic, detoxifying, lowering blood sugar, lowering blood lipid, tonifying deficiency, nourishing the kidneys, moistening the lungs, protecting the liver, protecting the heart, expectorating phlegm and relieving asthma.

 The Benefits of Cordyceps Militaris Tablets​​​​​​​

Cordyceps is an unusual fungus with multiple roles, including enhancing immunity, antioxidation, lowering blood sugar, anti-fatigue, protection of the liver and kidneys, reinforcing the function of the kidneys and regulation of the cardiovascular system, etc. It's not suitable for everyone. Children, pregnant women, lactating women, sensitive people to allergic constitutions and those with specific diseases should use it cautiously.

1. Enhance immunity:

Cordyceps contains a high content of polysaccharides and nucleosides, which will enhance the proliferation and differentiation of immune cells and enhance the human immunity.

2. Antioxidant activity:

Cordyceps contains many antioxidants such as superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase that can kill free radicals and suppress oxidative stress-induced damage.

3. Lower blood sugar:

Cordyceps contains polysaccharides and nucleosides with a promoting effect on pancreatic cell secreting function, lowering blood sugar, and a certain auxiliary curative effect on diabetes.

4. Anti-fatigue:

Cordyceps enhances the body's energy metabolism, strengthens muscle strength and endurance, and relieves fatigue.

5. Protective effects on the liver:

The polysaccharides and nucleosides in Cordyceps exhibit protective effects on liver cells, can reduce damage to liver cells, and have a certain protective effect on the liver.

6. Improve kidney function:

The polysaccharides and nucleosides in Cordyceps can improve kidney blood flow, increase the glomerular filtration rate, decrease the workload on kidneys, and thereby improve kidney function.

7. Regulate the cardiovascular system:

Cordyceps nucleosides and polysaccharides can lower blood lipids and blood pressure, improve cardiovascular function, and have a certain preventive and therapeutic effect on cardiovascular diseases.

The Risk of Cordyceps Militaris Tablets​​​​​​​

Side effects of cordyceps include allergic reaction, gastrointestinal disturbance, increase in liver burden, endocrine effect, and sleep disturbance. Once abnormalities are detected, patients are asked to see a doctor at an early stage.

--- Allergic Reactions: 

Some ingredients in Cordyceps militaris can trigger an unfamiliar response in the immune system of the human body. Some people who have allergic reactions may develop allergy-like conditions such as itching, rashes, and being unable to breathe when they consume it. The cordyceps reason is that the immune system identifies some substances as foreign substances and toxic chemicals and destroys them.

---Gastrointestinal Disturbance: 

Gastrointestinal distress such as diarrhea, vomiting, bloating, and nausea may result from an overdose or abuse of Cordyceps.

---Liver Burden: 

Cordyceps is metabolized within the liver. Overconsumption or frequent use will contribute to the liver's metabolic burden, especially in individuals with pre-existing liver dysfunction. It can disrupt the proper functioning of liver detoxification and metabolism, leading to abnormal liver function tests.

---Endocrine Effects:

Cordyceps contains some active ingredients that will affect the endocrine system.

---Insomnia:

Cordyceps possesses some stimulant action. Some people can develop stimulation of the nervous system after consuming it, thereby leading to insomnia.

While taking drugs, clients should also sleep and avoid physical labor in an attempt to ensure that they do not disrupt recovery. Obey your physician's prescription when using this product.

In short, Cordyceps is a valuable medicinal fungus with various advantages and applications. Nevertheless, prior to its application, it is important to determine your health status and food limitations to prevent any harmful effects.

The Difference Between Cordyceps Militaris and Cordyceps Sinensis

Cordyceps Militaris has lots of benefits: benefiting the lungs and kidneys, stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm, and Cordyceps Sinensis has the benefits: tonifying the kidneys and lungs, stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm. The main differences between the two lie in their growing environment and morphological characteristics.

1. Efficacy

Cordyceps Militaris's taste is neutral in nature and sweet, benefiting the lungs and kidneys, stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm, and can be used to treat conditions such as tuberculosis and anemia. Cordyceps Sinensis is sweet and warm in nature; it enters the kidney and lung meridians, tonifying the kidneys and lungs, stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm, and can be used to treat conditions such as chronic cough, asthma, lower back and knee pain, and cough with bloody sputum caused by exertion.

2. Differences

---Growing Environment

Cordyceps Militaris primarily grows in high-altitude alpine meadows or under forests. It is a combination of fungi and insects. Cordyceps Sinensis primarily grows in high-altitude meadows or alpine meadows. It is a combination of insects and fungi.

---Morphological Characteristics

Cordyceps militaris is long, rod-shaped, thick at the top and tapering at the bottom. It has brown or dark brown hairs on its surface, and it's head is dark brown or reddish-brown. Cordyceps sinensis resembles a silkworm, with a dark yellow or yellow-brown surface and a reddish-brown head.

 Conclusion

The long-term health benefits of natural ingredients are increasing day by day, driving the continuous growth in demand for Cordyceps Militaris Tablets​​​​​​​. In this era of growing health awareness, people are more inclined to natural supplements. This has greatly promoted the demand for Cordyceps sinensis. This fungus is renowned worldwide for its effects in regulating immunity, enhancing physical fitness and anti-aging. The position of Cordyceps sinensis in the dietary supplement market will also continue to be consolidated. Therefore, Cordyceps sinensis products will continue to develop in the coming years. Let's look forward to the future development of this product together