Ginseng and cordyceps put to the test: can they supercharge your workout?
NCT ID NCT07729943
First seen Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial investigates whether taking ginseng or cordyceps mushroom extract for 30 days can improve aerobic capacity, lactate clearance, and nitric oxide levels in healthy adults aged 40–65 who report low energy. Participants are randomly assigned to receive ginseng, cordyceps, or a placebo, and undergo exercise tests before and after supplementation. The goal is to see if these natural supplements can enhance endurance and energy without the need for pharmaceutical drugs.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Panax ginseng extract and Cordyceps militaris mushroom extract
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these supplements could offer a natural way to improve endurance and energy in healthy people.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, short-term trial in healthy volunteers, so results may not apply to athletes or people with medical conditions. Supplements can also cause side effects like digestive upset.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The Center for Applied Health Sciences
RECRUITINGCanfield, Ohio, 44406, United States