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90 VO2-CAPS (Vegetarian Capsules)

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CORDYGEN-VO2 ULTRA™


"PERFORMANCE THAT PLAYS BY THE RULES®"

 

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ combines our world famous OxyCeps-ATP™, an organic, DNA certified, biomass cultured, HEAA (hydroxy ethyl adenosine analogs) rich Cordyceps Hybrid (sinensis & militaris) with elevATP® (Ancient Peat & Apple Extract) and extracts of Jiaogulan (gynostemma pentaphyllum), Rhodiola Rosea. *

  • OxyCeps-ATP™ Dual Strain Cordyceps Hybrid (militaris & sinensis - US Grown)
  • Featuring Clinically Studied ELEVATP® Ancient Peat & Apple Extract)
  • Support ATP, Strength, Power, Performance*
  • Support Endurance*
  • Jiaogulan Enhanced
  • Rhodiola Enhanced
  • BSCG Certified Drug Free**
  • 100% Natural & Tested Gluten Free
  • GMP Manufactured in a compliant NSF GMP for Sport Facility

ELEVATP® Has Been Shown In Human Clinical Studies to:

  • Support Increased Lean Muscle and Strength*
  • Promote Increased Power Output and Training Volume*
  • Helps Reduce Performance Decrements Associated with Overreaching*
  • Helps Improve Athletic Performance and Body Composition*
  • Supports Higher Levels of Cellular ATP*
 

** Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ proudly participates in the BSCG's Certified Drug-Free program. Please check the BSCG's website for certified lot #'s at the link below. BSCG Millennium Sport Technologies

Formulated and manufactured without the use of sugar, salt, yeast, egg, milk, soy or wheat.  Gluten-Free! 

Suggested Use:  Assess your tolerance and need one capsule at a time.  For best results, take three (3) capsules 60 to 120 minutes before training, endurance events, cardiovascular activity, or weightlifting. If stomach sensitivity occurs, reduce dosage or take with food. Reduce dosage when taking with other cordyceps-containing products. Smaller athletes should use a reduced dosage.

Stacking Suggestion: Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ stacks well with CRE-O2™ and ZMK®, but may be used with most of our other products. Feel free to reach out with questions. 

Warning: This product is only intended to be consumed by healthy adults 18 years of age or older. If pregnant or nursing consult your doctor before use. Consult your physician before starting any supplement regimen, especially if you suffer from any disease.  Do not use this product if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients.  KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN!

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excess heat, or humidity. Slight color variations from batch to batch is normal.

To report an adverse event call 1-800-249-7918

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease.

References

Study of Chinese Patent Medicine 1988 10(3): 25.

Zhu, J.S., Halpern, G.M., and Jones, K. (1998): The Scientific Rediscovery of an Ancient Chinese Herbal Medicine: Cordyceps sinensis. Part I. Journal of Alternative and complementary Medicine 4(3), pp 289-303.

Zhu, J.S., Halpern, G.M., and Jones, K. (1998): The Scientific Rediscovery of a Precious Ancient Chinese Herbal Regimen: Cordyceps sinensis. Part II. Journal of Alternative and complementary Medicine 4(4), pp 429-457.

Mizuno T. (1999): Medicinal effects and utilization of Cordyceps (Fr.) Link (Ascomycetes) and Isaria Fr. (Mitosporic Fungi) Chinese Caterpillar Fungi, “Tochukaso” (Review). International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms 1 (3), pp 251-261.

Xiao Y., Huang X.Z., Chen G.,Wang M.B., Zhu J.S., Cooper C.B.: Increased Aerobic Capacity in Healthy Elderly Humans given fermented Cordyceps Cs-4: a Placebo controlled Trial. Ann. Meeting American College of Sports Medicine, Seattle, WA, June 3-5, 1999.

Hunan Journal of Medicine and Herbology 1991 7(2): 56

Kimura, Y. Okuda, J. Arichi, S. and Takemoto, T. &ldquoEffects of Crude Saponins of Gynostemma Pentaphylla on Lipid Metabhoism.&rdquo Japan: Shoyakugaku Zasshi 37 (3), 1984.)

Jiaogulan (Gynostemma), China's Immortality Herb, Dr. Jialiu Micvhael Blumert.

Peng Hongfu, Study of Astragalus and Hoelen Combination for preventing acute mountain sickness, Medical Journal of Chinese People’s Liberation Army 1982; 7(3): 135–138.

Him-che Yeung, Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, vol. 1, 1985 Institute of Chinese Medicine, Los Angeles, CA.

Brown RP, Gerbarg PL, Ramazanov Z. Rhodiola rosea: a phytomedicinal overview. Herbalgram. 2002;56:40-52.

Moller P, Bergstrom J, Furst P, Hellstrom K. Effect of aging on energy-rich phosphagens in human skeletal muscles. Clin Sci (Lond). 1980 Jun;58(6):553-5.

McCully K, Posner J. Measuring exercise-induced adaptations and injury with magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Int J Sports Med. 1992 Oct;13 Suppl 1S147-9.

Adamchuk LV, Salnik BU. Effect of Rhodiola rosea extract and piridrol on metabolism of rats under high muscular load. Proceedings Institute of Cytology of Russian Academy of Science. 1971;89-92.

 

Abidov M, Crendal F, Grachev S, Seifulla R, Ziegenfuss T. Effect of extracts from Rhodiola rosea and Rhodiola crenulata (Crassulaceae) roots on ATP content in mitochondria of skeletal muscles. Bull Exp Biol Med. 2003 Dec;136(6):585-7.

Spasov AA, Wikman GK, Mandrikov VB, Mironova IA, Neumoin VV. A double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study of the stimulating and adaptogenic effect of Rhodiola rosea SHR-5 extract on the fatigue of students caused by stress during an examination period with a repeated low-dose regimen. Phytomedicine. 2000 Apr;7(2):85-9.

Shevtsov VA, Zholus BI, Shervarly VI, et al. A randomized trial of two different doses of a SHR-5 Rhodiola rosea extract versus placebo and control of capacity for mental work. Phytomedicine. 2003 Mar;10(2-3):95-105.

Zhu BW, Sun YM, Yun X, et al. Reduction of noise-stress-induced physiological damage by radices of Astragali and Rhodiolae: glycogen, lactic acid and cholesterol contents in the liver of the rat. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2003 Sep;67(9):1930-6.

Kucinskaite A, Briedis V, Savickas A. Experimental analysis of therapeutic properties of Rhodiola rosea L. and its possible application in medicine. Medicina (Kaunas.). 2004;40(7):614-9

Maslova LV, Kondrat’ev BI, Maslov LN, Lishmanov I. The cardioprotective and antiadrenergic activity of an extract of Rhodiola rosea in stress. Eksp Klin Farmakol. 1994 Nov;57(6):61-3.

Product FAQ
Where is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ Manufactured?

Like all of our products, Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ is proudly manufactured in a cGMP facility in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, USA!

What Cordyceps strains does Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contain?

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contains our dual strain hybrid (OxyCeps-ATP) that combines Cordyceps militaris and Cordyceps sinensis.

How is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ different from Cordygen5™, Cordygen-NanO2™ and Cordygen-NanO2 ELITE™?

Cordygen5™ is formulated for athletes that need long term oxygen utilization and ATP regeneration. It is protected in a delayed release capsule which requires 60-90 minutes to kick in and is “best used daily” for optimal performance. 

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ is delivered by a rapid release veggie capsule and is stronger and faster acting on a “dose to dose” basis than Cordygen5™.  It’s typically better suited for the athlete who doesn’t want to use a product everyday. The addition of Jiaogulan and Rhodiola along with the beefed up dose of OxyCeps-ATP™ hybrid cordyceps makes Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ more versatile for strength athletes too.

Cordygen-NanO2™ contains our strongest and fastest acting cordyceps for use on a “dose to dose” basis.  It kicks in for most athletes in as little as 5-10 minutes and is best suited for those who want great effects, but don’t want to use a product on a daily basis. 

Cordygen-NanO2 ELITE™ - IS THE BEST WE MAKE! Like Cordygen-NanO2™, it contains our 16: 1extract, dual strain hybrid (militaris & sinensis) OxyCeps-NanO2™, but it also incorporates ActiGin to help rev the product's effects up.

 

How does your cordyceps differ from the other material on the market?

What we call the " NOT SO GOOD STUFF"! Nearly all inferior cordyceps strains are cultured in a process known as liquid cultivation or fermentation.  This process uses a liquid substrate to grow the cordyceps mycelium in a very speedy 5-18 days, yielding low levels of active constituents.  The cordyceps mycelium is then harvested by filtering out the liquid medium, drying it and grinding it into a powder. By filtering out the liquid medium many of the quality compounds secreted by the cordyceps are lost. It is usually further processed using hot water or solvents resulting in the loss of nearly 90% of the active constituents of which it had few of to begin with due to the fast liquid culturing process. This is not a good thing and is typically what you find in cheap, inferior overseas produced cordyceps.  Typically these inferior products only quantify cordycepic acid (3% to 7%) on their label.

THE GOOD STUFF! The cordyceps species in Cordygen5™ are grown here in the U.S. using a solid state (solid substrate) or biomass method. This is a much slower culturing method where the cordyceps is grown on a sterilized solid medium such as organic grain. The cordyceps is allowed to consume the solid substrate while being subjected to temperature and gas changes (O2 and CO2) to simulate its native high altitude conditions. This process typically takes between 22 and 24 weeks (nearly 6 months) before the cordyceps is ready for harvest. When the cordyceps mycelium is ready to harvest it has consumed more than 98% of the solid medium in which it was cultured on.  The residual substrate is then removed yielding 100% pure, super potent cordyceps material with extremely high concentrations of active constituents from every facet of its life cycle. This process allows Cordygen5™ to exceed the effectiveness of other cordyceps products on the market by up to 95%.

Note: Beware! not all biomass cultured strains are created equal.  Just because a product says "biomass" doesn't mean it has been exposed to gas and temperature changes (altitude simulation) or cultured long enough to be optimally effective.  Buyer beware!  

is your cordyceps dna certified?

Yes!  Every strain of Cordyceps in every MST product is DNA certified to guarantee that you're getting exactly what you're paying for.  All mushroom species used in our products are third-party DNA certified through the U.S. National Institute of Health – National Center for Biotechnology Genebank (NCBI).   Not only is it DNA certified, it's grown correctly!  --  Buyer Beware!  Just because a competitor has DNA certified material, doesn't mean it was grown correctly to optimize its active constituents. 

How much Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ should I take and when?

After assessing your tolerance, we recommend taking a 1-3 capsules of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ 45-60 minutes before any activity where oxygen utilization and ATP support are needed.  Most athletes report increases in oxygen utilization, endurance and performance in as little as a one (1) capsule dose.  For best results Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ should be taken on non training days as well, but you can reduce the dose to 1 capsule.

Is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ legal?

Yes, Cordygen-VO2™ is 100% legal. Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA is formulated and manufactured without the use of any banned substances and isn’t banned by any sport sanctioning body.

Is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ really that much better than other cordyceps products including bulk powder?

Absolutely! There is no comparison between Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and the sub-standard weak cordyceps strains and products polluting market.  If you aren’t buying a cordyceps product from MST then you are wasting your money.  Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™, Cordygen-NanO2™ and Cordygen5™ contain up to 95% more active constituents than the majority of cordyceps products.  Just because it says “cordyceps” doesn’t mean it is effective.

How long until I feel the full effects of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and do the effects fade when I discontinue use?

You will feel the effects of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ with the very first dose but it does take about 4 consecutive days of supplementation before maximum effects can be felt.  Full effects from each dose may last as long as 8 hours and residual effects may be felt as long as 12 hours later.  You may notice that you lose some of the effects when you discontinue use but gains in VO2 Max from your increased training threshold should remain with you.

Are there any side effects?

Technically, NO.  Cordyceps has an anti-fungal property so people with candida overgrowth will find that cordyceps may kill off candida and cause die off symptoms.  These die off symptoms usually manifest as loose stool or diarrhea with a mild headache. If you experience these symptoms while taking cordyceps it's a sign of an underlying candida issue. We suggest reducing the dose or discontinuing the product until the candida overgrowth is under control.* 

How will Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ affect my cardio and fat loss regimen?

We all know that the better the body processes and utilizes oxygen the more efficient it can metabolize fuel including fat.  There is solid clinical evidence that jiaogulan and cordyceps may increase fat loss due to the increased ability to burn fat for fuel during cardiovascular exercise.  This may also be one of the reasons that endurance athletes don’t hit the wall as soon during intense long term training or competition when using these compounds.*

Does Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contain any animal byproduct?

No.  Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA, Cordygen-NanO2 and Cordygen5 do not contain any animal product or byproduct and are suitable for vegetarians and vegans. 

What is Jiaogulan?

Jiaogulan (gynostemma pentaphyllum) is known China and Japan as the "Immortality Herb" and may have countless benefits.  In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Jiaogulan is used to support healthy cardiac and lung function, oxygen utilization, endurance, stamina, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol levels, immune function, sleep, sexual prowess, mental clarity, overall energy and in the prevention of altitude sickness caused by hypoxia.*

Jiaogulan is a powerful adaptogen containing 82 known saponins called gypenosides. Many of these gypenosides including 3, 4, 8 & 12 are responsible for Jiaogulan’s positive effect on oxygen absorption and utilization.  Clinical studies have shown Jiaogulan to effectively support cardiac function increasing heart stroke volume by 37%, overall cardiac output by 21% and bolstering ejection fraction 13% while decreasing heart rate 10% and maintaining normal blood pressure.  Jiaogulan also shows ability to increase nitric oxide synthase which can lead to increased nitric oxide levels to further support cardiovascular function.  This shows the powerful ability of Jiaogulan to effectively and efficiently deliver oxygenated blood to the muscles for optimal endurance and performance.*

Jiaogulan displays powerful antioxidant properties bolstering endogenous SOD (superoxide dismutase) levels in clinical trials.  SOD is a powerful antioxidant that has been shown in studies to be directly related to longevity. The increase in SOD levels increase the overall value of Jiaogulan in Cordygen-VO2-ULTRA™ because it may aid in quenching exercise induced free radicals.*

Studies conducted in Japan, China and Germany showed continuous use of Jiaogulan to have a positive influence on lipid, glucose & cholesterol metabolism leading to positive fat loss and cardiovascular health. The combination of lipid and glucose metabolism with increased oxygen utilization make Jiaogulan the perfect fit for Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and anyone who needs accelerated fat loss during aerobic exercise. Clinics in Japan and China use Jiaogulan's effect on blood sugar and lipid metabolism to aid in weight loss for the obese and weight gain in the frail and have proven that Jiaogulan can help athletes gain and retain lean muscle mass due to aiding nutrient assimilation.  20 plus studies in China and Japan have also shown even small amounts of Jiaogulan may decrease LDL cholesterol levels and may increase healthy HDL levels with great efficiency providing more cardiovascular health benefits.*

What is Rhodiola?

Rhodiola Rosea (also known as Tibetan Rhodiola) is a cooling adaptogen that has been used by the many cultures including Tibetan Sherpas, the Chinese and Russians to increase the capacity for work. Studies have shown Rhodiola Rosea, even in small amounts, can have a positive effect on oxygen absorption, saturation and utilization.  Rhodiola supplementation in clinical studies has shown the ability to increase ATP 17% and creatine phosphate (CP) 45% above baseline levels.  Rhodiola has also shown to increase muscle glycogen levels 53% while decreasing lactic acid 18% and ammonia 60%.  Rhodiola has the unique ability to promote mental clarity, focus and willingness to work and perform by supporting natural serotonin & dopamine levels.  Proper neurotransmitter levels are crucial to keeping your head in the game.*

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CORDYGEN-VO2 ULTRA™


"PERFORMANCE THAT PLAYS BY THE RULES®"

 

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ combines our world famous OxyCeps-ATP™, an organic, DNA certified, biomass cultured, HEAA (hydroxy ethyl adenosine analogs) rich Cordyceps Hybrid (sinensis & militaris) with elevATP® (Ancient Peat & Apple Extract) and extracts of Jiaogulan (gynostemma pentaphyllum), Rhodiola Rosea. *

  • OxyCeps-ATP™ Dual Strain Cordyceps Hybrid (militaris & sinensis - US Grown)
  • Featuring Clinically Studied ELEVATP® Ancient Peat & Apple Extract)
  • Support ATP, Strength, Power, Performance*
  • Support Endurance*
  • Jiaogulan Enhanced
  • Rhodiola Enhanced
  • BSCG Certified Drug Free**
  • 100% Natural & Tested Gluten Free
  • GMP Manufactured in a compliant NSF GMP for Sport Facility

ELEVATP® Has Been Shown In Human Clinical Studies to:

  • Support Increased Lean Muscle and Strength*
  • Promote Increased Power Output and Training Volume*
  • Helps Reduce Performance Decrements Associated with Overreaching*
  • Helps Improve Athletic Performance and Body Composition*
  • Supports Higher Levels of Cellular ATP*
 

** Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ proudly participates in the BSCG's Certified Drug-Free program. Please check the BSCG's website for certified lot #'s at the link below. BSCG Millennium Sport Technologies

Formulated and manufactured without the use of sugar, salt, yeast, egg, milk, soy or wheat.  Gluten-Free! 

Suggested Use:  Assess your tolerance and need one capsule at a time.  For best results, take three (3) capsules 60 to 120 minutes before training, endurance events, cardiovascular activity, or weightlifting. If stomach sensitivity occurs, reduce dosage or take with food. Reduce dosage when taking with other cordyceps-containing products. Smaller athletes should use a reduced dosage.

Stacking Suggestion: Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ stacks well with CRE-O2™ and ZMK®, but may be used with most of our other products. Feel free to reach out with questions. 

Warning: This product is only intended to be consumed by healthy adults 18 years of age or older. If pregnant or nursing consult your doctor before use. Consult your physician before starting any supplement regimen, especially if you suffer from any disease.  Do not use this product if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients.  KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN!

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excess heat, or humidity. Slight color variations from batch to batch is normal.

To report an adverse event call 1-800-249-7918

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease.

References

Study of Chinese Patent Medicine 1988 10(3): 25.

Zhu, J.S., Halpern, G.M., and Jones, K. (1998): The Scientific Rediscovery of an Ancient Chinese Herbal Medicine: Cordyceps sinensis. Part I. Journal of Alternative and complementary Medicine 4(3), pp 289-303.

Zhu, J.S., Halpern, G.M., and Jones, K. (1998): The Scientific Rediscovery of a Precious Ancient Chinese Herbal Regimen: Cordyceps sinensis. Part II. Journal of Alternative and complementary Medicine 4(4), pp 429-457.

Mizuno T. (1999): Medicinal effects and utilization of Cordyceps (Fr.) Link (Ascomycetes) and Isaria Fr. (Mitosporic Fungi) Chinese Caterpillar Fungi, “Tochukaso” (Review). International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms 1 (3), pp 251-261.

Xiao Y., Huang X.Z., Chen G.,Wang M.B., Zhu J.S., Cooper C.B.: Increased Aerobic Capacity in Healthy Elderly Humans given fermented Cordyceps Cs-4: a Placebo controlled Trial. Ann. Meeting American College of Sports Medicine, Seattle, WA, June 3-5, 1999.

Hunan Journal of Medicine and Herbology 1991 7(2): 56

Kimura, Y. Okuda, J. Arichi, S. and Takemoto, T. &ldquoEffects of Crude Saponins of Gynostemma Pentaphylla on Lipid Metabhoism.&rdquo Japan: Shoyakugaku Zasshi 37 (3), 1984.)

Jiaogulan (Gynostemma), China's Immortality Herb, Dr. Jialiu Micvhael Blumert.

Peng Hongfu, Study of Astragalus and Hoelen Combination for preventing acute mountain sickness, Medical Journal of Chinese People’s Liberation Army 1982; 7(3): 135–138.

Him-che Yeung, Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, vol. 1, 1985 Institute of Chinese Medicine, Los Angeles, CA.

Brown RP, Gerbarg PL, Ramazanov Z. Rhodiola rosea: a phytomedicinal overview. Herbalgram. 2002;56:40-52.

Moller P, Bergstrom J, Furst P, Hellstrom K. Effect of aging on energy-rich phosphagens in human skeletal muscles. Clin Sci (Lond). 1980 Jun;58(6):553-5.

McCully K, Posner J. Measuring exercise-induced adaptations and injury with magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Int J Sports Med. 1992 Oct;13 Suppl 1S147-9.

Adamchuk LV, Salnik BU. Effect of Rhodiola rosea extract and piridrol on metabolism of rats under high muscular load. Proceedings Institute of Cytology of Russian Academy of Science. 1971;89-92.

 

Abidov M, Crendal F, Grachev S, Seifulla R, Ziegenfuss T. Effect of extracts from Rhodiola rosea and Rhodiola crenulata (Crassulaceae) roots on ATP content in mitochondria of skeletal muscles. Bull Exp Biol Med. 2003 Dec;136(6):585-7.

Spasov AA, Wikman GK, Mandrikov VB, Mironova IA, Neumoin VV. A double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study of the stimulating and adaptogenic effect of Rhodiola rosea SHR-5 extract on the fatigue of students caused by stress during an examination period with a repeated low-dose regimen. Phytomedicine. 2000 Apr;7(2):85-9.

Shevtsov VA, Zholus BI, Shervarly VI, et al. A randomized trial of two different doses of a SHR-5 Rhodiola rosea extract versus placebo and control of capacity for mental work. Phytomedicine. 2003 Mar;10(2-3):95-105.

Zhu BW, Sun YM, Yun X, et al. Reduction of noise-stress-induced physiological damage by radices of Astragali and Rhodiolae: glycogen, lactic acid and cholesterol contents in the liver of the rat. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2003 Sep;67(9):1930-6.

Kucinskaite A, Briedis V, Savickas A. Experimental analysis of therapeutic properties of Rhodiola rosea L. and its possible application in medicine. Medicina (Kaunas.). 2004;40(7):614-9

Maslova LV, Kondrat’ev BI, Maslov LN, Lishmanov I. The cardioprotective and antiadrenergic activity of an extract of Rhodiola rosea in stress. Eksp Klin Farmakol. 1994 Nov;57(6):61-3.

Where is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ Manufactured?

Like all of our products, Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ is proudly manufactured in a cGMP facility in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, USA!

What Cordyceps strains does Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contain?

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contains our dual strain hybrid (OxyCeps-ATP) that combines Cordyceps militaris and Cordyceps sinensis.

How is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ different from Cordygen5™, Cordygen-NanO2™ and Cordygen-NanO2 ELITE™?

Cordygen5™ is formulated for athletes that need long term oxygen utilization and ATP regeneration. It is protected in a delayed release capsule which requires 60-90 minutes to kick in and is “best used daily” for optimal performance. 

Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ is delivered by a rapid release veggie capsule and is stronger and faster acting on a “dose to dose” basis than Cordygen5™.  It’s typically better suited for the athlete who doesn’t want to use a product everyday. The addition of Jiaogulan and Rhodiola along with the beefed up dose of OxyCeps-ATP™ hybrid cordyceps makes Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ more versatile for strength athletes too.

Cordygen-NanO2™ contains our strongest and fastest acting cordyceps for use on a “dose to dose” basis.  It kicks in for most athletes in as little as 5-10 minutes and is best suited for those who want great effects, but don’t want to use a product on a daily basis. 

Cordygen-NanO2 ELITE™ - IS THE BEST WE MAKE! Like Cordygen-NanO2™, it contains our 16: 1extract, dual strain hybrid (militaris & sinensis) OxyCeps-NanO2™, but it also incorporates ActiGin to help rev the product's effects up.

 

How does your cordyceps differ from the other material on the market?

What we call the " NOT SO GOOD STUFF"! Nearly all inferior cordyceps strains are cultured in a process known as liquid cultivation or fermentation.  This process uses a liquid substrate to grow the cordyceps mycelium in a very speedy 5-18 days, yielding low levels of active constituents.  The cordyceps mycelium is then harvested by filtering out the liquid medium, drying it and grinding it into a powder. By filtering out the liquid medium many of the quality compounds secreted by the cordyceps are lost. It is usually further processed using hot water or solvents resulting in the loss of nearly 90% of the active constituents of which it had few of to begin with due to the fast liquid culturing process. This is not a good thing and is typically what you find in cheap, inferior overseas produced cordyceps.  Typically these inferior products only quantify cordycepic acid (3% to 7%) on their label.

THE GOOD STUFF! The cordyceps species in Cordygen5™ are grown here in the U.S. using a solid state (solid substrate) or biomass method. This is a much slower culturing method where the cordyceps is grown on a sterilized solid medium such as organic grain. The cordyceps is allowed to consume the solid substrate while being subjected to temperature and gas changes (O2 and CO2) to simulate its native high altitude conditions. This process typically takes between 22 and 24 weeks (nearly 6 months) before the cordyceps is ready for harvest. When the cordyceps mycelium is ready to harvest it has consumed more than 98% of the solid medium in which it was cultured on.  The residual substrate is then removed yielding 100% pure, super potent cordyceps material with extremely high concentrations of active constituents from every facet of its life cycle. This process allows Cordygen5™ to exceed the effectiveness of other cordyceps products on the market by up to 95%.

Note: Beware! not all biomass cultured strains are created equal.  Just because a product says "biomass" doesn't mean it has been exposed to gas and temperature changes (altitude simulation) or cultured long enough to be optimally effective.  Buyer beware!  

is your cordyceps dna certified?

Yes!  Every strain of Cordyceps in every MST product is DNA certified to guarantee that you're getting exactly what you're paying for.  All mushroom species used in our products are third-party DNA certified through the U.S. National Institute of Health – National Center for Biotechnology Genebank (NCBI).   Not only is it DNA certified, it's grown correctly!  --  Buyer Beware!  Just because a competitor has DNA certified material, doesn't mean it was grown correctly to optimize its active constituents. 

How much Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ should I take and when?

After assessing your tolerance, we recommend taking a 1-3 capsules of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ 45-60 minutes before any activity where oxygen utilization and ATP support are needed.  Most athletes report increases in oxygen utilization, endurance and performance in as little as a one (1) capsule dose.  For best results Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ should be taken on non training days as well, but you can reduce the dose to 1 capsule.

Is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ legal?

Yes, Cordygen-VO2™ is 100% legal. Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA is formulated and manufactured without the use of any banned substances and isn’t banned by any sport sanctioning body.

Is Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ really that much better than other cordyceps products including bulk powder?

Absolutely! There is no comparison between Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and the sub-standard weak cordyceps strains and products polluting market.  If you aren’t buying a cordyceps product from MST then you are wasting your money.  Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™, Cordygen-NanO2™ and Cordygen5™ contain up to 95% more active constituents than the majority of cordyceps products.  Just because it says “cordyceps” doesn’t mean it is effective.

How long until I feel the full effects of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and do the effects fade when I discontinue use?

You will feel the effects of Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ with the very first dose but it does take about 4 consecutive days of supplementation before maximum effects can be felt.  Full effects from each dose may last as long as 8 hours and residual effects may be felt as long as 12 hours later.  You may notice that you lose some of the effects when you discontinue use but gains in VO2 Max from your increased training threshold should remain with you.

Are there any side effects?

Technically, NO.  Cordyceps has an anti-fungal property so people with candida overgrowth will find that cordyceps may kill off candida and cause die off symptoms.  These die off symptoms usually manifest as loose stool or diarrhea with a mild headache. If you experience these symptoms while taking cordyceps it's a sign of an underlying candida issue. We suggest reducing the dose or discontinuing the product until the candida overgrowth is under control.* 

How will Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ affect my cardio and fat loss regimen?

We all know that the better the body processes and utilizes oxygen the more efficient it can metabolize fuel including fat.  There is solid clinical evidence that jiaogulan and cordyceps may increase fat loss due to the increased ability to burn fat for fuel during cardiovascular exercise.  This may also be one of the reasons that endurance athletes don’t hit the wall as soon during intense long term training or competition when using these compounds.*

Does Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ contain any animal byproduct?

No.  Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA, Cordygen-NanO2 and Cordygen5 do not contain any animal product or byproduct and are suitable for vegetarians and vegans. 

What is Jiaogulan?

Jiaogulan (gynostemma pentaphyllum) is known China and Japan as the "Immortality Herb" and may have countless benefits.  In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Jiaogulan is used to support healthy cardiac and lung function, oxygen utilization, endurance, stamina, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol levels, immune function, sleep, sexual prowess, mental clarity, overall energy and in the prevention of altitude sickness caused by hypoxia.*

Jiaogulan is a powerful adaptogen containing 82 known saponins called gypenosides. Many of these gypenosides including 3, 4, 8 & 12 are responsible for Jiaogulan’s positive effect on oxygen absorption and utilization.  Clinical studies have shown Jiaogulan to effectively support cardiac function increasing heart stroke volume by 37%, overall cardiac output by 21% and bolstering ejection fraction 13% while decreasing heart rate 10% and maintaining normal blood pressure.  Jiaogulan also shows ability to increase nitric oxide synthase which can lead to increased nitric oxide levels to further support cardiovascular function.  This shows the powerful ability of Jiaogulan to effectively and efficiently deliver oxygenated blood to the muscles for optimal endurance and performance.*

Jiaogulan displays powerful antioxidant properties bolstering endogenous SOD (superoxide dismutase) levels in clinical trials.  SOD is a powerful antioxidant that has been shown in studies to be directly related to longevity. The increase in SOD levels increase the overall value of Jiaogulan in Cordygen-VO2-ULTRA™ because it may aid in quenching exercise induced free radicals.*

Studies conducted in Japan, China and Germany showed continuous use of Jiaogulan to have a positive influence on lipid, glucose & cholesterol metabolism leading to positive fat loss and cardiovascular health. The combination of lipid and glucose metabolism with increased oxygen utilization make Jiaogulan the perfect fit for Cordygen-VO2 ULTRA™ and anyone who needs accelerated fat loss during aerobic exercise. Clinics in Japan and China use Jiaogulan's effect on blood sugar and lipid metabolism to aid in weight loss for the obese and weight gain in the frail and have proven that Jiaogulan can help athletes gain and retain lean muscle mass due to aiding nutrient assimilation.  20 plus studies in China and Japan have also shown even small amounts of Jiaogulan may decrease LDL cholesterol levels and may increase healthy HDL levels with great efficiency providing more cardiovascular health benefits.*

What is Rhodiola?

Rhodiola Rosea (also known as Tibetan Rhodiola) is a cooling adaptogen that has been used by the many cultures including Tibetan Sherpas, the Chinese and Russians to increase the capacity for work. Studies have shown Rhodiola Rosea, even in small amounts, can have a positive effect on oxygen absorption, saturation and utilization.  Rhodiola supplementation in clinical studies has shown the ability to increase ATP 17% and creatine phosphate (CP) 45% above baseline levels.  Rhodiola has also shown to increase muscle glycogen levels 53% while decreasing lactic acid 18% and ammonia 60%.  Rhodiola has the unique ability to promote mental clarity, focus and willingness to work and perform by supporting natural serotonin & dopamine levels.  Proper neurotransmitter levels are crucial to keeping your head in the game.*

90 VO2-CAPS (Vegetarian Caps)

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