Cordyceps sinensis:The longevity and energy mushroom with history application for more than 3000 years.

Contents

• Botanical Info of Cordyceps.
• Introduction:Cordyceps sinensis.
• Botanical Description.
• Cordyceps Sinensis and Its History.
• Phytochemicals and Constituents.
• Cordyceps Sinensis and Its Benefits.
• Cordyceps-History and Science.
• Pharmacological and Clinical Research.
• History,Traditional and Reported Uses.
• Scientific Support and Functions.
• Administration and Application Guide.
• Story and Experience.
• How search engine think about cordyceps.
• Research Update: Cordyceps sinensis and Its findings.
• Photo Gallery of Cordyceps sinensis.

History,Traditional and Reported Uses.:

Traditionally, the powdered fungus is mixed with other tonic herbal medicines such as ginseng, or it may be boiled and taken as a tea or soaked in alcohol for a tincture. It is mainly used to treat low energy following serious illness and as a strengthening tonic.Other traditional uses include the treatment of cough, anemia, tuberculosis, lower back pain (Pegler et al., 1994), impotence, infertility, irregular menstruation, night sweats, and senile weakness.

 It continues to be used as a tranquilizer or sedative in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) (Ying et al., 1987; Liu and Bau, 1980; Guo, 1986), although compared to Western drug standards these effects are inherently mild. Cordyceps is also taken in TCM to keep the lungs fit, strengthen the kidneys, build up the bone marrow, reduce phlegm, and stop hemorrhages (Ying et al., 1987; Liu and Bau, 1980).

 Cordyceps' ability to increase vitality and respiratory health is linked, studies suggest, to its role in improving the availability of oxygen to the lungs and bloodstream. These functions could prove useful for the treatment of asthma and bronchitis.

 In addition to supporting the respiratory system, cordyceps may help the body ward off certain types of cancer. Studies have suggested that the mushroom can decrease the reproduction of cancer cells. Cordyceps has also been used to help alleviate some of the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

 Cordyceps has also affected the activity of the immune system. Numerous studies show opposite results. Depending on the part of cordyceps studied, either immune system stimulation or immune system suppression was noted.Uneducated use of cordyceps in people with diseases affecting the immune system, including people using medications to either stimulate or suppress their immune system could cause serious problems with their therapy.

 Other studies have focused on Cordyceps' role in supporting kidney function. It is believed that cordyceps may help facilitate the processes by which toxins are processed in the kidneys, while strengthening the overall health of the organ.

 Cordyceps' role as an antioxidant, as well as its possible role in supporting cardiovascular health, are also part of its list of potential benefits. One study suggests that cordyceps increases the body's supply of an enzyme that hunts down free radicals. This may explain its role as an antioxidant. The risk of atherosclerosis may be lowered by cordyceps because of its ability to reduce blood cholesterol levels in some studies.

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