Cordiceps sinensis: The Chinese Rasayan- Current Research Scenario
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چکیده
Cordiceps sinensis is age old herb in traditional Chinese herbology. It has been widely researched. It is true Rasayan (Rejuvenator / Antiaging ) herb as it is immunomodulator, adaptogen, antioxidant, anti-cancer, neuroprotective, nootropic, aphrodisiac and hepatoprotective. Additionally it protects kidney, GIT , provides stamina and relieves fatigue. This review is an abridged version as the volume of research is really too much to be contained in small article. But this article does provide the panoramic view of the work undertaken.
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