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Organic cordyceps mushroom extract powder is derived from the species of mushrooms known as Cordyceps.
Sinensis is commonly found in the Himalayan mountain range. Cordyceps mushrooms have been used in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) for over two thousand years.
In the 15th century, it was written about in the ancient Chinese herbal medicine book Ben Cao Gang Mu.
This book, written by Li Shizhen, is considered one of the most influential works of Chinese principles. Today, Cordyceps mushrooms are still used in traditional Chinese medicine and have become popular in many other parts of the world for their purported qualities.
They are often found in various formulated products or as an ingredient in various teas and beverages. The powder is made from the fruiting bodies of the mushroom, which are dried and ground into a fine powder.
Organic cordyceps mushroom extract powder has many purported health benefits, such as boosting immunity, reducing inflammation, and improving energy and stamina.
It's also an excellent source of other beneficial compounds.
Some research suggests that Cordyceps may contain the following constituents:
- Minerals: Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium
- Vitamins: Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B-6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin E, Vitamin K
- Amino Acids: Cysteic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Methionine, Threonine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Proline, Glycine, Alanine, Valine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Lysine, Histidine, Arginine
- Fatty Acids: Palmitic Acid, Palmitoleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid
- Phytochemicals: Nucleosides, Cordycepin, Adenosine, Polysaccharides, Exopolysaccharide Fraction, Acid Polysaccharide, CPS-1, CPS-2, Sterols
- Nucleobases: Cytosine, Uracil, Thymine, Adenine, Guanine, Hypoxanthine,
- Nucleotides: Uridine-5-Monophosphate, Adenosine-5-Monophosphate, Guanosine-5-Monophosphate
- Peptides: Cordymin, Cordycedipeptide A, Cordyceamides A & B
For additional constituent information, visit:
- http://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2015/575063/
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3755201/
Suggested Use: Take one teaspoon twice daily. Sprinkle on entrees, soups, salads, or add to smoothies or teas.
Mixing suggestion: To increase flavor and nutritional profile, combine with our astragalus root, fo-ti root, and lucuma powder.
Botanical Name: Cordyceps Militaris
Common Names: Deer Fungus, Semitake, JinShuiBao, Caterpillar Fungus, Dong Chong Xia Cao Tochukas, Chongcao, Deer Fungus Parasite
Parts Used: Fruiting body
Ingredients: Organic Cordyceps Mushroom Extract, Organic Maltodextrin.
Certifications: Certified USDA Organic
Origin: China
How to Maintain Optimum Freshness
- This product is packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness.
- Once opened, push the air out of the pouch before resealing it to preserve maximum potency.
- Keep your powder in a cool, dark, dry place.
This product is 100% natural and minimally processed:
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