CORDYCEPS SINENSIS

Cordyceps sinensis is a precious Chinese medicinal herb, and its unique formation process and rich medicinal value make it occupy an important position in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. The following is a detailed introduction to Cordyceps sinensis:

1、 Basic attributes

Definition: Cordyceps sinensis is a complex of the parasitic seats and larval bodies of the ergot fungus Cordyceps sinensis on the larvae of bat moths.

Alias: No specific alias, but often receives attention due to its unique growth environment and medicinal value.

Source: Mainly distributed in high-altitude areas such as the Qinghai Tibet Plateau.

2、 Formation process

The formation process of Cordyceps sinensis is very magical, as bat moths lay eggs in the soil to reproduce, which then transform into larvae. Before and after this, Cordyceps sinensis invades the larvae's bodies, absorbing substances from the larvae's bodies as nutritional conditions for survival, and continuously reproducing in the larvae's bodies, causing them to be filled with mycelium. When the weather warms up from May to July of the following year, a yellow or light brown mushroom base grows on the head of the caterpillar, and after growing, it emerges from the ground in the shape of a stem, forming the cordyceps we usually see.

3、 Medicinal value

Cordyceps sinensis has a sweet taste, warm nature, and is beneficial to the lungs and kidneys. It has the effects of nourishing the lungs and kidneys, stopping bleeding, and resolving phlegm. Its medicinal value is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Nourishing the lungs and kidneys: Cordyceps sinensis can nourish the lungs and kidneys, and has a good therapeutic effect on patients with lung qi deficiency, lung yin deficiency, lung deficiency cough, chronic cough and asthma, as well as patients with poor kidney function, such as chronic renal insufficiency.

Hemostasis and Phlegm Reduction: Cordyceps sinensis also has the effect of stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm, and has significant therapeutic effects on symptoms such as chronic cough, asthma, and excessive coughing with phlegm and blood.

Immune regulation: Pharmacological studies have shown that Cordyceps sinensis has a bidirectional regulatory effect on the human immune system, which can enhance the body's immune function.

Antitumor: Cordyceps sinensis also has the ability to inhibit and kill tumor cells, which has a certain adjuvant therapeutic effect on cancer patients.

Other effects: Cordyceps sinensis also has the functions of anti fatigue, improving the ability of the heart to resist hypoxia, reducing the consumption of oxygen by the heart, anti arrhythmia, enhancing the human hematopoietic function, improving renal function, and alleviating atherosclerosis.

4、 Eating method

There are various ways to consume Cordyceps sinensis, including the following common ones:

Direct consumption: After washing, chew and swallow directly to ensure that its nutrients are not lost.

Boiling tea: Use 1-2 pieces of boiled water as tea to drink, usually boiling over low heat for 6-10 minutes. The boiling time is short, and drink immediately after the water boils, adding water while drinking. When the color of the tea becomes lighter and the cordyceps becomes soft, it can be chewed and swallowed.

Soaking wine: It is brewed in Baijiu and drunk. It has the effect of tonifying the kidney, strengthening the yang, nourishing the lung and replenishing essence.

Stewed soup: It can be stewed with meat such as chicken, duck, pork, etc., and has the effect of tonifying deficiency and promoting yang.

Boiling Congee: Congee cooked with japonica rice has the effect of tonifying the kidney and lungs, stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm.

5、 Precautions

Target audience: Cordyceps sinensis is suitable for patients with lung qi deficiency, lung yin deficiency, lung deficiency cough, chronic cough and asthma, poor kidney function, and cancer patients.

Taboo population: Patients with surface pathogens should not use Cordyceps sinensis, and should not consume it as a health supplement.

Consumption: Cordyceps sinensis has strong nourishing properties and can be consumed in moderation by healthy individuals in daily life. However, for those with underlying diseases or unstable conditions, it is necessary to consult a doctor before consumption and not blindly supplement.

Cordyceps sinensis is a precious Chinese medicinal herb with rich medicinal value and multiple edible methods. When consuming, it is necessary to choose the appropriate way and dosage according to one's own constitution and condition, and under the guidance of professionals.