What is Cordyceps Sinensis?

Also recognized in Chinese as Dong Chong Xia Cao (winter worm, summer grass), cordyceps sinensis is a parasitic fungus that is learned in caterpillars, primarily that of the moth Hepialus armoricanus Oberthur, which settle about six inches under the surface of the soil. The fungus corrupts the caterpillars in late autumn and ultimately replaces the host caterpillar tissue, emerging its fruiting body on top of the ground the subsequent summer. This fruiting body and the fungus below the ground are gathered for restorative purposes.

Each morning I go through the articles that have been submitted to Great2Cook.com and nearly every morning brings someone marketing some “incredible cure” for diabetes.

Whether you are a diabetic or you cook for one, it is vital to know there’s no “miracle cure” — nothing has been shown by research to work better than the protocols recommended by Western medicine. Walking away from a physician recommended regimen for some “magic potion” is hazardous to your health. But, there is some (slim) evidence that some of the hyped herbal supplements might be somewhat supportive, particularly for type II diabetes. Let’s take a realistic look at what the real, published research shows.