Cordyceps

Cordyceps aka 冬虫草 is well-known for its goodness & valuable nutrition. Commonly found in Chinese medical hall, cordyceps is sold at high price or rather self-priced by the shop owner. The Chinese have long used Cordyceps to promote overall good health. Modern research indicated that it does indeed support liver, kidney, heart & immune system function. What more, it also appears to act as an anti-oxidant in the body!!

The tiny brown medicine, usually sold in bundles, is actually a type of fungus. It is a parasite that grows on the Tibetan caterpillar until the caterpillar dies, at which point it sprouts into mushroom. These Tibetan wild grown Cordyceps, particularly in Tibetan regions, is thought to be the most medicinally potent. It is usually picked from the greens after 60 days & sun-dried before being packed into premium gift box. There is some concern that wild Cordyceps may carry the risk of lead poisoning, because some fungus harvesters attach a lead filament to the medicine in order to increase its weight, to fetch a higher price.

However, with the advance of technology these days, Cordyceps are cultured indoor. It is harvested on the 48th day as it has the highest & most active nutrients. The Cordyceps is then being produced into capsules, extract or powder form for consumers. Cordyceps - being market as dietary supplements these days can be easily purchased from pharmacies. It is reasonably priced & safe for consumption and is not associated with any significant side effects.

It is never too late to stay popping this wonderful food into your body. I have started it for weeks (mainly for the anti-oxidants!), I could feel the energy level of body has improved. At least, it helps me to stay awake till late night a little longer than usual! =) What are you waiting for then?