Cordyceps
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Also known as: Cordyceps militaris, Cordyceps sinensis, caterpillar fungus
In Elevate: 1000mg cordyceps extract per gummy in Cordyceps Gummies, and part of the 10-in-1 Mushroom Complex.
What is cordyceps?
Cordyceps is a group of fungi. Wild cordyceps is rare and grows high in the Himalayas, so most supplements today use cultivated Cordyceps militaris. Its best-known natural compound is cordycepin.
Traditional use
Cordyceps has been used in Tibetan and Chinese traditional practice for centuries as a tonic for energy, stamina and vitality.
What research is looking at
Studies have explored cordyceps and exercise performance, including oxygen use and endurance, with mixed but interesting results. Most studies are small, and research continues.
How to take it
Take 1 gummy daily, often in the morning or before training.
Who should check first
Speak to your doctor first if you take blood-thinning medication, have a bleeding disorder or an autoimmune condition, take medication for blood sugar, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid if you are allergic to mushrooms.
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Elevate gummies are food supplements and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.