Cicada flower

Evidence from traditional use, in vitro studies, animal models. High-quality human trials lacking.

Benefits

Traditionally supports kidney health and immune function. Preclinical anti-inflammatory
antioxidant
renoprotective properties
human evidence limited. Not a cure.

Key compounds

polysaccharidesnucleosides (adenosineinosine)cordycepinmyriocincyclopeptides

May help with

kidney support
immune support
antioxidant
anti-inflammatory

Best for these goals

kidney supportimmune supportantioxidantanti-inflammatory

How to use it

decoction; powder; extract; supplement

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

Wild-foraged cicada nymphs can cause severe poisoning (ibotenic acid). Use only verified cultivated products. | Interactions: Caution with immunosuppressants or anticoagulants. | Consult clinician: Pregnant/nursing, children, autoimmune diseases or bleeding disorders.

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