How Much Cordyceps Should You Take Per Day? Here’s Your Answer

If you’ve added Cordyceps to your stack — or you’re thinking about it — one question always comes up:

How much Cordyceps should you take per day?

Whether you're training hard, powering through 9–5 life, or just looking to boost natural energy without caffeine, getting the Cordyceps dosage right makes a big difference.

Let’s break it down.

First, what is Cordyceps?

Cordyceps is a functional mushroom traditionally used in Chinese and Tibetan medicine for vitality, stamina and energy. Today, it’s best known for helping with:

• Natural energy

• Endurance and performance

• Recovery and reduced fatigue

• Immune system support

You can learn more about its benefits in our full Cordyceps breakdown.

Most modern supplements use Cordyceps militaris, which is lab-grown, vegan and more potent than its wild-harvested cousin (Cordyceps sinensis).

So, how much Cordyceps per day is ideal?

The sweet spot: 2,000mg (2g) per day

This is the most common daily Cordyceps dosage used in research and wellness routines — and it’s the amount we include in every serving of Fung’d Up Cordyceps powder.

At 2g per day, you’re giving your body a meaningful dose that’s:

• Safe for daily use

• Strong enough to support energy and performance

• Backed by studies on stamina, oxygen uptake and physical recovery

Can you take more?

Some people experimenting with high-performance training, long-distance events or intense fatigue protocols may go higher — around 3–4g per day — but this isn’t necessary for most people.

If you’re using a dual-extracted Cordyceps supplement like ours, you’ll get high bioavailability at the 2g dose — no need to overdo it.

Always listen to your body and start with a standard daily amount before adjusting up.

When should you take Cordyceps?

Morning or pre-workout works best.

Cordyceps helps the body produce ATP (aka cellular energy) more efficiently. That means better stamina, improved oxygen usage and more balanced energy — without the caffeine crash.

You can stir ½ teaspoon (2g) into:

• Morning coffee

• Pre-workout smoothie

• Tea or hot water

• Even your protein shake

If you’re stacking it with Lion’s Mane powder for focus or Reishi powder for calm later in the day, take Cordyceps first thing for energy, and the others at their ideal times.

Is Cordyceps safe to take every day?

Yes — Cordyceps is considered safe for long-term daily use in recommended amounts.

It’s non-stimulating, non-toxic and doesn’t mess with your sleep like caffeine can. That makes it ideal for people looking to cut back on coffee while still keeping their energy up.

Just make sure you’re getting a high-quality Cordyceps mushroom powder, ideally dual-extracted and fruiting body only (no grain or fillers). Like this one:

Shop Fung’d Up Cordyceps Mushroom Powder

How much Cordyceps should you take daily?

• Standard dose: 2,000mg (2g) per day

• Timing: Morning or before training

• Form: Dual-extracted Cordyceps militaris powder

• Best taken with: Coffee, tea, smoothies or plain hot water

FAQs: Cordyceps Dosage

How much Cordyceps per day is recommended?
2g (2,000mg) per day is a safe and effective dose for most people.

Can I take Cordyceps every day?
Yes — it’s safe and non-habit-forming. Many people take it daily to support energy, stamina and recovery.

When should I take Cordyceps?
Take it in the morning or before workouts to support natural energy and endurance.

Is more than 2g okay?
Some people go up to 3–4g, but most don’t need more than 2g — especially if it’s dual-extracted and high quality.

Can I mix Cordyceps with other mushrooms?
Absolutely. Cordyceps stacks well with Lion’s Mane powder (for brain support) and Reishi powder (for stress and sleep).