Cordyceps

cordyceps

Also Known As: Cordyceps Sinensis

Chinese Name: 冬虫夏草

Thermal Nature: Neutral

Flavor: Sweet

Organ Meridian: Lung, kidney

Properties: Strengthens kidneys and lungs, stops bleeding, dissolves phlegm

Best Use For: Relieving knee and waist pain due to deficiency in the kidneys, relieving persistent coughing due to lung deficiency

Serving Per Day For One Person: 3 to 9g

Dietary Caution: People with flu symptoms (fever, sore throat, running nose, etc) should avoid consuming cordyceps

Suitable For: Yang deficiency body constitution