Cordyceps is a type of fungus used in the treatment of problems such as cough, chronic bronchitis, respiratory and kidney problems.
Its scientific name is Cordyceps sinensis, and in the wild it lives on mountain caterpillars in China, but its production as a medicine is made in the laboratory, and its main health benefits are:
- Improve asthma symptoms;
- Reduce symptoms of malaise caused by chemotherapy ;
- Protect kidney function along with treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease;
- Protect the kidneys while using Cyclosporine and Amikacin;
- Improve liver function in cases of Hepatitis B;
- Improve sexual appetite, functioning as an aphrodisiac;
- Strengthen the immune system .
In addition, Cordyceps can also be used for problems such as anemia, coughing and tiredness, but further studies are needed to prove its effectiveness against all the benefits cited.
Recommended dose
There is no recommended dose for Cordyceps yet and should be used according to the purpose of the treatment and the physician's prescription. Also, it is important to remember that even natural products can cause side effects and health problems when used in the wrong way or in excess.
Side effects and contraindications
In general, Cordyceps is safe for most people as long as it is consumed in capsule or powder form and for short periods of time.
However, it is contraindicated for pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with blood clotting problems and people with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and multiple sclerosis.
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