Want to support your athletic training, or daily energy? Studies suggest Cordyceps could be what you’re after - for healthy endurance, physical energy and overall vitality. Popular for centuries to support healthy libido and sexual function. Buy cordyceps in NZ at HealthPost – delivering wellness.

What is the Cordyceps Mushroom?

The super tonic of the functional mushroom world, Cordyceps militaris can support your natural performance and endurance. Whether you're doing high intensity exercise, competing or staying active for health reasons. It also supports a healthy immune system and healthy kidney function.

Mushroom powders

Superfood Mushroom Powders have become popular for their potent ability to support the body’s natural state of balance. This means they do not overstimulate like caffeine products can. Athletes now commonly use mushroom supplements to support muscle power and endurance.

Modern research is revealing what people have known about mushrooms for hundreds of years. They can help support balance and nourish the body.

What is Cordyceps good for?

This mushroom can support:

• A robust immune response

• Healthy sexual function for men and women

• Endurance and athletic performance support

• Healthy function of the kidneys and adrenal glands

Wild Cordyceps vs Cultivated Cordyceps

The wild grown version is also known as 'the caterpillar fungus'. The spores incubate inside the body of a caterpillar, out of which the wild mushroom grows. Gruesome? Don’t worry, you can rest assured that no caterpillars were harmed in the making of your cordyceps powder.

The wild version is very expensive. However, there are cultivated versions that have the same helpful compounds without using caterpillars.

Cordyceps vs Lions Mane?

Think of cordyceps supplements for physical energy and endurance. Think of lion's mane for mental clarity and focus. Both contain beta glucans so offer good immune support. The good news is you take them together, try a Mushroom Blend.

How to take Cordyceps Mushroom:

You can add powders to your smoothies, soups, and baking, or you can make them into an invigorating hot drink. Why not try adding your mushroom powder in this scrumptious Flourless Fudgy Kumara Brownie? You'll also find it in capsules, as well as part of mushroom blends and functional drinks.

When to take Cordyceps?

You can take it at any time of day. Researchers haven't conducted studies that establish the best time to take it. But anecdotally, if you're taking an energy support supplement it's usually best to take it in the morning.

Cordyceps while pregnant?

It is best to be cautious and avoid taking it while pregnant. Until there's clear safety data, this is the wisest approach.

If you're pregnant -you might want to try Spirulina. Which is suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Spirulina is a super green - rich in vitamins, minerals, and plant-based antioxidants.