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Cordyceps mushrooms are a type of fungus that has been gaining attention in recent years due to its purported health benefits. However, there is also a darker side to these mushrooms: some believe that they can turn their hosts into zombies. While this may sound like something out of a horror movie, there is some scientific evidence to suggest that cordyceps mushrooms can indeed have an effect on the behavior of their hosts. This article will explore the potential effects of cordyceps mushrooms and whether or not they can really turn their hosts into zombies.