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cordyceps

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A supplement made from a fungus used to increase energy and support health

noun
/ˈkɔrdɪˌsɛps/

: cordyceps

Research suggests that Cordyceps can help improve physical performance and support a healthy immune system.

And I've been taking lion's mane and Cordyceps and they'll help me out.

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Examples

And I've been taking lion's mane and Cordyceps and they'll help me out.

George Janko
Lion's mane for alertness, Cordyceps to help support physical performance.

Theo Von
Try some Cordyceps (a very expensive medicinal mushroom strain) and you'll quickly see your endurance go through the roof.

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Many athletes incorporate Cordyceps into their training regimen to enhance endurance and energy levels.
After taking Cordyceps for a month, I noticed a significant boost in my overall vitality and stamina.

Surface Forms

cordyceps singular

cordyceps plural

Etymology

Cordyceps comes from two parts that mean 'club' and 'head' — cordy- from a Greek word for 'club' and -ceps as in biceps meaning 'head'. So, when used as a supplement the name brings to mind a small 'club' of strength, which helps explain why people use it to boost energy and endurance.