Cordyceps

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evidence score

adaptogen

Cordyceps sinensisCordyceps militariscaterpillar fungus+2 more

Cordyceps is a genus of parasitic fungi historically used in Tibetan and Chinese medicine for fatigue, endurance, and libido. Cordyceps militaris is the commercially cultivated species with the highest cordycepin content. Evidence supports increased VO2max and aerobic capacity, improved oxygen utilization, ATP production enhancement, testosterone support, and anti-fatigue effects. CS-4 (fermented mycelium) is the form used in most clinical trials. More recent data points to adenosine receptor modulation and mitochondrial biogenesis as primary mechanisms.

Evidence

No score yet

Safety

Unknown safety profile

Clinical Status

No formal phase listed

Research Sync

Not synced yet

Dosing

Typical

3000 mg

1000 mgRange6000 mg

Frequencydaily

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Pharmacology

Half-lifeCordycepin: ~1-2 hours

OnsetPerformance effects 1-4 weeks with consistent dosing

DurationOngoing with daily supplementation

Routes

oral

Evidence Score

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0 studies indexed

Scoring Factors

Volume(40%)—

Quality(30%)—

Sample Size(10%)—

Consistency(10%)—

Replication(5%)—

Recency(5%)—

Evidence Levels

AScore ≥75 with at least 1 meta-analysis and 3+ RCTs

BScore ≥50 with at least 1 RCT or meta-analysis

CScore ≥25 — observational or animal evidence only

DScore <25 — very limited or preclinical data

Plain-English Snapshot

Cordyceps is currently categorized as a adaptogen compound.

Evidence scoring has not been fully computed yet, so interpret this profile as preliminary.

Safety scoring is incomplete. Start conservatively and monitor carefully.

Core mechanism

Cordycepin (adenosine analog) modulates adenosine receptors; adenosine 5'-monophosphate increases ATP availability; AMPK activation drives mitochondrial biogenesis

Practical Context

Strongest current signals

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