Is Cordyceps Sinensis Mycelium Extract vegetarian?

Cordyceps Sinensis Mycelium Extract is the extract of the mycelium of the fungus Ophiocordyceps sinensis (formerly Cordyceps sinensis), which in nature parasitizes and kills larvae of moth families such as Hepialidae. Because the fungus typically involves a killed insect larva host, this ingredient is classified as not vegetarian, with uncertain vegan status depending on cultivation method.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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