Cordyceps Tincture (1:5)

Cordyceps (Chinese Caterpillar Fungus) Tincture made from purified mushroom mycelium

What is Chinese Caterpillar Fungus (Cordyceps militaris)?

As the name suggests, this time-honored tonic is a fungus. With a little imagination, its fruiting body—up to 13 cm long—does indeed resemble a caterpillar. Otherwise, the Chinese caterpillar fungus appears rather unremarkable at first glance, with its brownish coloration and one-sided folds. In the open grasslands at altitudes between 3,000 and 5,000 meters, this inconspicuous companion might not get the attention it truly deserves.

We exclusively use the underground fungal network (mycelium) to produce our products. As we place great value on purity and sustainability, we source our Cordyceps only from ecologically responsible cultivation.

A Valuable Fungus – Newly Rediscovered

Until 1994, Cordyceps militaris was virtually unknown in Western regions. It only gained attention when a Chinese athletics coach attributed his team’s success at the Asian Games in Hiroshima to this healing fungus.

The fungus, however, has a long-standing tradition. In Tibetan herbal medicine, Cordyceps militaris is mainly used as a tonic. The local population values it for enhancing strength and physical performance.

Thanks to its diverse benefits, Cordyceps militaris is also appreciated in traditional Indian and Chinese folk medicine. In India, it is considered a plant of longevity and is administered as a revitalizing remedy for various conditions, including sleep cycle regulation, respiratory illnesses, cellular degeneration, and blood sugar balance.

Traditional Chinese Medicine attributes warming properties to Cordyceps militaris. It is considered one of the three most important revitalizing remedies. For this reason, it is often prescribed to the elderly as a strengthening agent. However, younger and active individuals also benefit from its broad range of applications. According to TCM, Cordyceps militaris nourishes the lungs, kidneys, and Qi—the body’s life energy, which must flow freely to maintain harmony between body, mind, and soul. Only then can a person stay healthy. Experienced practitioners prescribe Cordyceps especially for imbalances in the respiratory system, where its soothing effects are believed to help with coughing, chronic shortness of breath, and labored breathing. It is also used for cold sensitivity and tinnitus.

Today, the active components of this “miracle mushroom” are well-researched. Cordyceps militaris contains a broad spectrum of:

• Polysaccharides (especially rich in D-mannose and D-galactose)
• Nucleotides (the building blocks of RNA and DNA)
• Sterols (notably high in ergosterol, a precursor to vitamin D2)
• Fatty acids (linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid)
• Minerals (potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, sodium, iron, zinc, manganese, silicon, boron, copper, selenium)
• Vitamins (E, K, B1, B2, B12)

When you consider the vast array of essential sugars, fatty acids, and nutrients, it becomes clear just how powerful the Chinese caterpillar fungus is. It’s no surprise that Cordyceps militaris can help guide the immune system in the right direction. The fungus also positively influences the body’s energy centers—the mitochondria—boosting their energy output gently and helping to protect cells from harmful influences.

Cordyceps Tincture – free from questionable additives

This dietary supplement contains no artificial colors, no flavorings, no added sugars, no lactose, and no gluten.

Cordyceps Tincture Ingredients

Also contains traces of acetic acid from organic apple cider vinegar (under 1%) and pure water.

Recommended Use

The intended long-term daily dose is 264 drops (approx. 8 ml), ideally divided into 6 servings of about 44 drops each. Start with approx. 200 drops (just over 6 ml) per day—or around 33 drops six times a day—and increase gradually over several days to reach the full dose. Use the supplied pipette to count the drops.

Important Information

Dietary supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store protected from heat, in a dry place, and out of reach of children. The recommended daily intake should generally not be exceeded.

This tincture is naturally cloudy and must be shaken before use.

Important: Contains 50% alcohol by volume. – This product is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women or children. If you have been diagnosed with a mushroom allergy—even to other mushroom types—or with blood clotting disorders, or if you are taking vasodilator medications, please consult your trusted physician before use.