CORDYCEPS
[1240-5]
Build vitality, strength and general health.
Cordyceps sinensis (CS-4 strain - grown in controlled fermentation).
The China National women's track and field team created a sensation when
they unexpectedly broke records in 1993 and 1994. They were drinking a tonic
made from cordyceps which has adaptogenic properties similar to ginseng
but is considered several times stronger.
It has the reputation of restoring energy and slowing the aging process.
Cordyeeps helps to increase respiratory ventilation for both athletes and
debilitated individuals.
It improves function and protects kidneys from toxic damage.
The polysaccharides in cordyeeps stimulates a variety of immune cell functions
including natural killer cells and CD4 lymphocites.
It is recommended for patients, including cancer patients, with immnune
deficiencies.
It lowers blood pressure, platelet aggregation, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides
while raising HDL and blood supply to the heart and brain.
It improves regulation of blood sugar and insulin production. Clinical studies
typically use 3-5 g/day.
Recommended is 2-3 g/day. Mild effects may be evident within a week while
significant effects may take 3-6 weeks.
Cautions:
Cordyeeps studies have only been conducted on adults. People using immune-suppressing
drugs anticoagulant drugs or bronchio-dilators should consult their health-care
practitioners before using this product, as serving size adjustments may
be required.
Pregnant or lactating women should also consult their health-care practitioners before using this product.
