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Cordyceps Fertility-Supporting Medicinal Mushrooms

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Cordyceps are a type of medicinal mushroom that have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. There are more than 400 species of Cordyceps, but the two most commonly studied are Cordyceps militaris Cordyceps sinensis.

 

These medicinal mushrooms may have many benefits:

 

ā†¬They are an adaptogen, which can support our resilience to stress

ā†¬May improve energy production

ā†¬May be anti-aging

ā†¬May support healthy blood sugar levels

ā†¬May support healthy cholesterol levels

ā†¬May reduce triglyceride levels

ā†¬Supports anti inflammation

 

Cordyceps also support fertility:

 

ā†¬May support spermatogenesis (production of sperm in males)

ā†¬Supports progesterone production

 

Cordyceps is available in various supplements, like capsules, powders, and tinctures.

 

My favorite Cordyceps supplement so far is from @crucialfour - their mEnergizer. (you can use code INNATE for a discount)

 

Some food for thought!

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Not medical advice.

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This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before pursuing any changes to your personal healthcare regime.

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References

Chen, Y. Huang, B. (2014). Regulatory Mechanisms of Cordyceps sinensis on Steroidogenesis in MA-10 Mouse Leydig Tumor Cells. Retrieved from: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1271/bbb.100262.

Chen, Y. Chen, Y. Pan, B. Chang, M. Huang, B. (2017). Functional study of Cordyceps sinensis and cordycepin in male reproduction: A review. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S102194981630182X.

Gao, J. Lian, Z. Zhu, P. Zhu, H. (2011). Lipid-lowering effect of cordycepin (3'-deoxyadenosine) from Cordyceps militaris on hyperlipidemic hamsters and rats. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21882527/.

Guo, P. Kai, Q. Gao, J. Lian, Z. Wu, C. Wu, C. Zhu, H. (2010). Cordycepin prevents hyperlipidemia in hamsters fed a high-fat diet via activation of AMP-activated protein kinase. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20724804/.

Hedley, E. (2020). HOLISTIC FERTILITY: 6 WAYS TO OPTIMISE YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING PREGNANT. Retrieved from: https://www.luxnomade.com/parenting/holistic-fertility/.

Huang, B.M. Chuang, Y.M. Chen, C.F. Leu, S.F. (2000). Effects of extracted Cordyceps sinensis on steroidogenesis in MA-10 mouse Leydig tumor cells. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11145193/.

Huang, B.M. Ju, S.Y. Wu, C.S. Chuang, W.J. Sheu, C.C. Leu, S.F. (2001). Cordyceps sinensis and its fractions stimulate MA-10 mouse Leydig tumor cell steroidogenesis. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11545297/.

Huang, B. Hsiao, K. Chuang, P. Wu, M. Pan, H. Tsai, S. (2004). Upregulation of Steroidogenic Enzymes and Ovarian 17β-Estradiol in Human Granulosa-Lutein Cells by Cordyceps sinensis Mycelium. Retrieved from: https://academic.oup.com/biolreprod/article/70/5/1358/2712670.

Koh, J. Kim, J. Chang, U. Suh, H. (2003). Hypocholesterolemic Effect of Hot-Water Extract from Mycelia of Cordyceps sinensis. Retrieved from: https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/bpb/26/1/26_1_84/_article.

Li, X. Li, H. Li, C. Dou, D. Gao, M. (2010). Protective effects on mitochondria and anti-aging activity of polysaccharides from cultivated fruiting bodies of Cordyceps militaris. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21061463/.

Lin, B. Li, S. (2011). Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92758/.

Liu, C. Song, J. Teng, M. Zheng, X. Li, X. Tian, Y. Pan, M. Li, Y. Lee, R.J. Wang, D. (2016). Antidiabetic and Antinephritic Activities of Aqueous Extract of Cordyceps militaris Fruit Body in Diet-Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Sprague Dawley Rats. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27274781/.

Lo, H. Tu, S. Lin, K. Lin, S. (2004). The anti-hyperglycemic activity of the fruiting body of Cordyceps in diabetic rats induced by nicotinamide and streptozotocin. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15050427/.

Nagata, A. Tajima, T. Uchida, M. (2006). Supplemental Anti-Fatigue Effects of Cordyceps Sinensis (Tochu-Kaso) Extract Powder During Three Stepwise Exercise of Human. Retrieved from: https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jspfsm/55/Supplement/55_S145/_pdf/-char/en.

Park, S. Jung, S. Ha, K. Sin, H. Jang, S. Chase, H. Chase. (2015). Anti-inflammatory effects of Cordyceps mycelium (Paecilomyces hepiali, CBG-CS-2) in Raw264.7 murine macrophages. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4371127/.

Van De Walle, G. (2018). 6 Benefits of Cordyceps, All Backed by Science. Retrieved from: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cordyceps-benefits.

Yu, S. Chen, S.T. Li, W. Dubey, N.K. Chen, W. Chuu, J. Leu, S. Deng, W. (2015). Hypoglycemic Activity through a Novel Combination of Fruiting Body and Mycelia of Cordyceps militaris in High-Fat Diet-Induced Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Mice. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4519550/.

Zhao, L. Zhang, Y. Liu, M. Liao, X. Gao, L. (2018). [Substitution of cordyceps cephalosporium mycelia for cordyceps sinensis in the prescription of Shengjing Capsules: Enhanced effect on spermatogenesis impairment]. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30173447/.

 

 

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