Cordyceps , Dōng Chóng Xià Cǎo, 冬虫夏草, Cordyceps Cordyceps Sinensis
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Health Benefits
For: Allergies • Low sperm count • Impotence • Spermatorrhea • Premature ejaculation • Cholesterol • Poor kidney function • Arrhythmia • Allergic rhinitis • Consumptive cough
Attributes: adrenocortical • antibiotic •anti-cancer • anti-asthmatic • anti-cholesterol • immunostimulant • increase sperm count • sedative • renal protective • platelet-stimulating
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Category: Tonify Yin
English: Cordyceps Pinyin: Dong Chong Xia Cao Pharmaceutical: Cordyceps Cordyceps Sinensis
Organs: Lung • Kidney Temperature: Warm
Taste: Sweet Toxicity:
Patterns:
Actions: Strengthen Kidney Jing • Tonify kidney yang • Tonify Lung • Transform phlegm • Stop bleeding
Indications: Kidney Xu chronic cough • Kidney Jing Xu • Bloody mucus • Lung Yin Xu • Lung Qi Xu • Sexual dysfunction • Asthma • High cholesterol • Arrhythmia
Contraindications: Exterior pathogens
Typical Dosage: 5g to 10g Guidelines
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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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