Ophiocordyceps sinensis is a mysterious and traditional chinese herb which is famous for its nutrient and restorative effect. Ophiocordyceps sinensis has the character as the animal while at the same time as the plant. Ophiocordyceps sinensis, is the rare wild fungi and is popularly knowed as the king medicine, whose function is much more than ginseng and hairy antler. According to the chemical analysis, Ophiocordyceps sinensis contains fat, protein, fiber, carbohydrate , water, and cordycepin, cordyceps acid, polysaccharide, VB12 , etc. 

 

Wild Ophiocordyceps sinensis is a rare and expensive Chinese herb. It consists of a caterpillar and a blade-like mushroom body growing from one end. Its common Chinese name is "Winter worm, summer grass". Due to the high cost of this herb, the Chinese developed the mycelium of this mushroom and now grow it in liquid fermentation tanks. This pure mycelium product is known as Cs-4.

A  research has demonstrated that Cs-4 has a similar profile of active compounds and activities as wild Cordyceps. It is traditionally used for fatigue, general weakness, improved respiratory function and improved sexual function. It is currently used in many athletic performance products.

There are many reported cordyceps health benefits. Some of these include: