English: Cordyceps Mushroom
Latin: Cordyceps militaris / sinensis
Ayurvedic (parallel): Rasāyana tonic similar to Aśvagandhā
Benefits: Adaptogen, energy booster, lung tonic.
Healing Uses: Fatigue, adrenal depletion, sexual weakness, asthma.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↓, Pitta ↓, Kapha ↔.
Preparation: Powdered capsules, decoction, or added to broths.
Flavor (Rasa): Sweet, bitter.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Sweet.
Notes: Safe long-term tonic; enhances prāṇa and endurance.
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