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- Title
Functional study of and Cordyceps sinensis cordycepin in male reproduction: A review.
- Authors
Yung-Chia Chen; Ying-Hui Chen; Bo-Syong Pan; Ming-Min Chang; Bu-Miin Huang
- Abstract
Cordyceps sinensis has various biological and pharmacological functions, and it has been claimed as a tonic supplement for sexual and reproductive dysfunctions for a long time in oriental society. In this article, the in vitro and in vivo effects of C. sinensis and cordycepin on mouse Leydig cell steroidogenesis are briefly described, the stimulatory mechanisms are summarized, and the recent findings related to the alternative substances regulating male reproductive functions are also discussed.
- Subjects
THERAPEUTIC use of plant extracts; FUNGI; HUMAN reproduction; SEXUAL health; MEDICINAL plants; MEN'S health
- Publication
Journal of Food & Drug Analysis, 2017, Vol 25, Issue 1, p197
- ISSN
1021-9498
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1016/j.jfda.2016.10.020