- Ingredient Name:Cordyceps Sinensis
- Physical Form:Solid, Powder
- Labeling Claims:Allergen-free, Organic
- Certifications & Compliance:USDA Organic, cGMP, Organic Certified
- End Uses:Sports Nutrition, Nutraceuticals, Sports Drinks
Scientific name: Ophiocordyceps sinensis
Common names: Caterpillar fungus, yartsa gunbu (Tibetan), dong chong xia cao (Chinese)
Active Ingredients: cordycepin (3′deoxyadenosine), adenosine, ergosterol, mannitol, lysine, glutamic acid, proline and threonine
Taste: Cordyceps sinensis has a savory umami-quality and a deep earthy-nutty flavor. It is suitable for prepared meals, soups and broths as a quality functional ingredient.
Key Applications: Cordyceps is a very popular addition to performance and energy ingredient mixes included in supplements, functional foods and beverages.
Dietary supplements for performance and immunity
Addition to tea and coffee as a functional enhancement and an afternoon picker upper
Addition to ready to eat and grab-n-go foods (soups, shakes and prepared meals) as a functional ingredient and enhancing taste due to its earthy umami flavor
Top Benefits Include:
Aids the immune system function
Increased energy
Increased stamina & endurance
Cordyceps sinensis mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in Chinese and Tibetan medicine. They increase oxygenation to sustain energy and support recovery. International interest in the benefits of Cordyceps increased in 1993 when several Chinese runners smashed various world records and attributed their success to eating Cordyceps mushrooms.