Myths and Realities Surrounding the Mysterious Caterpillar Fungus.

Myths and Realities Surrounding the Mysterious Caterpillar Fungus.
Trends Biotechnol. 2017 Nov;35(11):1017-1021
Authors: Martel J, Ko YF, Liau JC, Lee CS, Ojcius DM, Lai HC, Young JD
Abstract
The caterpillar fungus Ophiocordyceps sinensis is a medicinal mushroom increasingly used as a dietary supplement for various health conditions, including fatigue, chronic inflammation, and male impotence. Here, we propose strategies to address the existing challenges related to the study and commercial production of this mysterious fungus.
PMID: 29055355 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Trends in Biotechnology - October 24, 2017 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Martel J, Ko YF, Liau JC, Lee CS, Ojcius DM, Lai HC, Young JD Tags: Trends Biotechnol Source Type: research