Cordyceps has properties similar to those of ginseng and is traditionally used to help the body build strength and endurance. it also benefits the glandular system, aiding male potency and supporting females during and after menopause. In addition, Cordyceps?upports the kidneys, aids the upper respiratory tract and helps the body maintain proper blood viscosity.

?n Tibetan mountain pasture. Chinese herds- men observed that their cattle and livestock became very energetic after eating a grass- like mushroom-even the older animals became vigorous and more youthful in their actions. Chinese practitioners were soon making up powerful potions of this substance for many of life's maladies. About 1000 years later, the Emperor's physicians in the Ming Dynasty learned of the Tibetan wonder and used this knowledge with their own wisdom to develop powerful and potent used of this wonder substance known as Cordyceps.

Cordyceps attracted the attention of the gen- eral public and the health profession in 1993 when a group of Chinese runners broke nine world records in the World Out door Track and Field Championships in Germany. after wards the coach attributed those results to the ath- letes regular use of a Cordyceps based tonic. Because ordyceps helps increase stamina, energy levels, and endurance, it has become one of the top selling sports supplements amongst the world's elite competitive athletes. Clinically, Cordyceps is used to build and support immune function in various immune compromised conditions including chronic fatigue, cancer, and respiratory conditions.