Cordyceps: Scientific Evidence

Randomized Clinical Trials are considered the highest form of scientific evidence.  A group of people with the same condition are divided into two groups, and randomly assigned to receive the medicine or a placebo.  Neither the patient nor the doctors know which group they are in until the results are assessed.

The following are RCTs in the National Library of Medicine listed when you search “Cordyceps double blind.”

J Am Coll Nutr July 2020.  Results: Cordyceps cicadae, a medicinal mushroom, is assessed as having many functions: anti-cancer, anti-fatigue, anti-aging, immune-boosting, renal and liver protection, with no evidence of toxicity, or any side effects, even after high doses for 3 months. (1)

J Tradit Chin Med Feb 2019.  Results: Cordyceps plus conventional treatment compared to conventional treatment alone significantly improved C-reactive protein, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, serum albumin, and hemoglobin (reduced inflammation and increased oxygen carrying capacity of the blood). (2)

Nutrients Oct 2019. Results: Improvement in body composition profiles were significantly greater in the Rhodiola/Cordyceps group (body weight, BMI, upper extremity fat mass, lower extremity muscle mass, trunk fat mass) compared to the placebo group after training. (3)

BMC Complement Altern Med Mar 2019.  Results: The Cordyceps group showed a significant 38.8% enhancement from the baseline of NK cell cytotoxic activity, with less accompanying inflammation, relative to the placebo group after the administration of the capsules for 8 wks.  Cordyceps is safe and effective for enhancing cell-mediated immunity in healthy adults. (4)

Cochran Database Syst Rev Oct 2015.  Results:  Cordyceps showed improved graft function and may reduce acute rejection episodes in patients with Kidney transplant.  Anaemia, leucopenia, and liver function improved, and incidence of infection may also be reduced. (5)

J Tradit Chin Med Aug 2015.  Conclusion: Cordyceps treatment protected against Kidney damage in patients with type 2 diabetes and renal insufficiency undergoing coronary angiography, with higher dose Cordyceps therapy being more effective. (6)

J Med Food Sep 2015.  Results: Cordyceps is safe and effective for enhancing cell-mediated immunity of healthy male adults. (7)

Cochran Database Syst Rev Dec 2014.  Results: Among people with Chronic Kidney Disease who were not receiving dialysis, Cordyceps preparations were found to significantly decrease serum creatinine; increase creatinine clearance and reduce 24 hour proteinuria.  (Improved kidney function) (8)

J Tradit Chin Med Jun 2013.  Conclusion: Prophylactic treatment with (Cordyceps in Stable Angina patients who undergo coronary angiography or coronary intervention could prevent contrast-induced kidney damage. (9)

Even the diagnostic cause damage?  First, do no harm.  LOL.

Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi Mar 2012.  Conclusion: Cordyceps could improve the liver function, reduce liver inflammation, and fight against hepatic fibrosis in patients with Chronic Hepatitis B. (10)

Osteoporosis Int Sep 2012.  Conclusions: The present study demonstrates that administration of Cordyceps at higher doses over an 8-week period can prevent the disuse osteoporosis. (11)

This is an animal study, but clearly shows a benefit with no downside.

J Altern Complement Med May 2010.  Results: After receiving Cordyceps for 12 weeks, the metabolic threshold (above which lactate accumulates) increased by 10.5% and the ventilatory threshold (above which unbuffered H(+) stimulates ventilation) increased by 8.5%, improving exercise performance which would contribute to wellness in healthy older subjects. (12)

Transplant Proc Jun 2009.  Conclusions: After Kidney Transplant, the use of Cordyceps may allow decreased dosages and concentrations of Immune Suppressive drugs causing fewer side effects without an increased risk of acute rejection. (13)

Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi Mar 2002.  Conclusion: Cordyceps and artemisinin could prevent the recurrence of Kidney inflammation secondary to Systemic Lupus, and protect kidney function. (14)

In the lab…

Drug Des Devel Ther. Jun 2020. Results: Here, we showed that cordyceps inhibited human gestational choriocarcinoma cell proliferation and induced cell death. (15)

But theres no money in Nature, and Cancer is Big Bizness!

Nanotechnol Sci Appl Jun 2020.  So they are trying to isolate the “active ingredient” and then synthesize it to sell as a drug. (16)

And we know how that goes, when Man tries to improve on God.  You get Margarine.  And toxic chemicals.

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