Tag: Cordyceps supplements

According to a 2023 market analysis, the global market for *Cordyceps militaris* alone is expected to expand significantly, reflecting growing interest in medicinal fungi. This booming popularity leads many to ask: is Cordyceps worth it, or is the fungi's reputation mostly hype and tradition?

While popularly portrayed in fiction as a 'zombie fungus' that infects insects, cordyceps cannot infect humans. Eating cordyceps, typically in supplement form, is generally considered safe for most healthy adults and has been linked to potential health benefits, although more human research is needed to confirm many of the traditional claims. Some people, however, may experience mild side effects or need to avoid it due to certain medical conditions.