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ORIGINS & USES

• Used for centuries in traditional East Asian medicine to support energy, endurance, and respiratory health

• A medicinal fungus naturally occurring in high-altitude regions, historically growing in association with insects and alpine grasses

• Long valued for supporting stamina, vitality, and physical resilience, particularly during periods of fatigue or exertion

• Traditionally prepared as a decoction or powder

RESEARCH

• Studies suggest cordyceps may support energy production by enhancing cellular oxygen utilization and ATP activity

• Shown to exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory and animal studies

• Often studied for its role in supporting exercise performance, respiratory function, and immune response

NOTES

• Generally well tolerated; mild digestive upset may occur in some individuals