Postpartum Hair - Science Hub
Study: How Cordyceps Supports Energy & Blood Flow for Hair Growth
Can Cordyceps improve circulation and nutrient delivery to hair follicles?
Study Overview
Study Title: Cordyceps militaris improves tolerance to high-intensity exercise after acute and chronic supplementation
Authors: Katie R Hirsch, Abbie E Smith-Ryan, Erica J Roelofs, Eric T Trexler, Meredith G Mock
Published In: Journal of Dietary Supplements, 2016
Reference: National Library Of Medicine
Key Findings
Cordyceps militaris supplementation increased oxygen uptake (VO₂ max), improving endurance and stamina.
Improved blood flow and ATP (cellular energy) production, helping muscles perform better.
Benefits were seen after three weeks of consistent use, showing long-term potential.
What This Means for You
Your hair follicles rely on oxygen and nutrients to grow strong and healthy. If circulation is poor, hair follicles stay weak, and growth slows down.
This study suggests that Cordyceps militaris can:
✔ Boost oxygen levels in the blood, ensuring more nutrients reach the scalp.
✔ Improve energy production at the cellular level, which helps follicles stay active.
✔ Support long-term hair health, especially for postpartum recovery.
The takeaway?
If your hair isn’t growing back as fast as you’d like, circulation and energy production might be the missing links.
How Cordyceps Supports Hair Follicle Health
Why Blood Flow Matters for Hair Growth
- Hair follicles need oxygen and nutrients to grow. Poor circulation = weaker follicles + slower regrowth.
- ATP (cellular energy) helps follicles stay active in the growth phase.
How Cordyceps militaris Helps
✔ Increases oxygen uptake, fueling follicle activity.
✔ Enhances ATP production, keeping hair in the growth phase longer.
✔ Improves blood circulation, delivering nutrients to the scalp.
How to Support Hair Regrowth Naturally
Science-backed ways to protect your hair postpartum:
✔ Stimulate Follicles with Oxygen & Nutrients - Cordyceps (Luna Gold MORNING - Volume Boost) boosts circulation.
✔ Protect Hair from Stress-Related Shedding - Ganoderma lucidum (Luna Gold NIGHTTIME - Deep Repair) helps regulate stress hormones.
✔ Block Hormonal Hair Loss - Inonotus obliquus (Luna Gold AFTERNOON - Vitality Shield) supports scalp health.
✔ Strengthen Hair Roots - A diet rich in B vitamins, iron, and adaptogens (like the ones in Luna Gold MORING, AFTERNONN and NIGHTTIME) can help.
That’s exactly why we created the Luna Gold HOLISTIC HAIR - 30-Day Regrowth System: to give your hair the science-backed support it needs.
FAQs: What You Need to Know About Blood Flow & Hair Growth
How do I know if poor circulation is affecting my hair?
✔ If your scalp feels cold or tight, blood flow may be weak.
✔ If your hair looks dull and brittle, it might not be getting enough oxygen.
✔ If you’ve experienced postpartum shedding, circulation support can help speed up regrowth.
Can Cordyceps regrow hair?
✔ While it won’t regrow lost hair overnight, it may support faster, healthier regrowth by improving oxygen and nutrient delivery to follicles.
When should I be concerned about slow hair regrowth?
✔ If shedding lasts longer than 12 months postpartum.
✔ If your hair feels thinner than before pregnancy.
✔ If you notice a widening part or overall decrease in density.
