Organic Cordyceps SIHO in Paris: energy and endurance
Ultra-concentrated organic extract with 30% polysaccharides, 450 mg per capsule. Available in Paris at Herba Barona.
Why choose SIHO Organic Cordyceps
Cordyceps is an adaptogenic mushroom used for centuries in Chinese and Tibetan traditions. SIHO offers an ultra-concentrated organic extract, standardised to 30% polysaccharides, with monitored levels of cordycepin and adenosine.
What sets this product apart is the mycelium grown in a nutrient solution, with no grain and no added filler. Many cordyceps products are grown on rice substrate, meaning the stated weight includes a significant share of residual starch. Here the extract is concentrated on the active part, which explains the 450 mg per capsule, or 900 mg a day with two capsules.
Each jar contains 60 capsules, exactly one month’s course.
Who it suits
Cordyceps is primarily of interest to active people: endurance athletes, runners, cyclists, mountain sports enthusiasts, and anyone going through a physically demanding period. Traditionally, it is the mushroom of effort and recovery.
It also appeals to those looking for an alternative to classic stimulants. Unlike caffeine, Cordyceps produces neither peak nor crash: its action builds gradually over several weeks. It is a foundation product, not a quick boost.
At the shop in Paris 12e, this is often what we suggest to customers who have tried Ginseng and want something different, without a stimulating effect late in the day.
How to take it
2 capsules a day, in the morning, with a large glass of water. Ideally on an empty stomach, about 30 minutes before breakfast or before a workout: Cordyceps is better absorbed on an empty stomach.
For athletes, taking it before training makes the most sense. On rest days, keep the morning dose: consistency over time is what matters.
We suggest courses of 2 to 3 months, followed by a few weeks’ break. Avoid taking it late in the day.
Origin and manufacturing
SIHO sources its Cordyceps in Zhejiang province, China, a region known for its long-standing expertise in mycotherapy. Growing conditions are reproduced to achieve a composition close to that of wild specimens.
Packaging takes place in Brittany, at a HACCP+ and AFNOR certified partner. The raw material is certified organic.
SIHO publishes its laboratory certificates of analysis along with official compliance attestations. Traceability is documented, not merely claimed.
Cordyceps, Reishi, Chaga or Lion’s Mane
SIHO offers a full mushroom range, and choosing between them is a common question at the counter. Each has its own ground.
Cordyceps is the one for physical effort and endurance. Lion’s Mane is traditionally associated with focus and concentration. Reishi is the mushroom of calm, often taken in the evening. Chaga is the richest in antioxidant compounds.
These mushrooms combine easily. A common pairing is Cordyceps in the morning and Reishi in the evening.
Precautions
This product is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for people allergic to mushrooms.
If you are on immunosuppressant treatment, ask your doctor before taking it.
At the recommended dose, Cordyceps is generally well tolerated. Some people report mild digestive discomfort at the start of a course, which usually fades within a few days.
A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of young children.
Frequently asked questions
How long before you feel something?
Cordyceps is a foundation product. Allow two to three weeks of regular use.
Can it be combined with other supplements?
Yes, without particular difficulty. It works well with the other mushrooms in the range, with magnesium or with vitamin C.
How does it differ from wild Cordyceps?
Wild Cordyceps is rare and expensive, with a composition that varies from harvest to harvest. Controlled cultivation gives a consistent active content while preserving the natural resource.
