About Cordyceps Mushroom
Cordyceps has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Contains cordycepin and adenosine analogs that may support energy metabolism and oxygen utilization. A 2016 systematic review found moderate evidence for improved exercise performance in older adults. A 3-week RCT with C. militaris (1g/day) showed improved VO2max in young adults. May also support kidney and respiratory function. C. militaris (cultivated fruiting body) contains more cordycepin than CS-4 mycelium.
What Cordyceps Mushroom supports
- May improve exercise performance and oxygen utilization
- Supports respiratory function and endurance
- Contains cordycepin with potential anti-fatigue effects
How much Cordyceps Mushroom to take
The RDA prevents deficiency. The effective range is what clinical trials used to actually move the outcome.
Effective
1000–3000
mg
Studies use 1–3 g/day. CS-4 (fermented mycelium) and C. militaris fruiting body are most common supplement forms.
Clinical evidence
Moderate clinical evidence. A few clinical trials and a systematic review show modest exercise performance improvements
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