Why is cordyceps sinensis called “the athlete’s ally”?
Why is cordyceps sinensis called “the athlete’s ally”?
May 8, 2019
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Often nicknamed ‘the athlete’s ally,’ cordyceps is known for its ability to enhance athletic performance using one of its superstar ingredients: adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is a nucleic acid and high-energy molecule which is used in every single movement that the body makes. Not only does cordyceps contain it, it also encourages the body to naturally produce more of it, enabling longer and more powerful workout sessions.
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