Shilajit is a sticky, tar like bio mass found in the mountains. Made with degradation and decomposition of herbs and plants found on the mountain, it is considered to be one of the secret of the good health of the monks. It is considered a very safe and effective natural supplement for men and women. Shilajit is one of the most effective naturally present herbs. It is also called the destroyer of all weakness. Shilajit gets made with degradation and decomposition of herbs and plants found on the mountains
Facts
- Due to heat, mostly herbs and minerals form black substance on the surface of the mountains
- It’s properties vary according to the areas where it is found
- It is considered a very safe and effective natural supplement for men and women
- Four types of shilajit
- Gold
- Silver
- Copper
- Iron
Nutrition and ayurvedic properties
- It contains fulvic and humic acids which are very powerful antioxidants
- It also contains more than 80 minerals and bio active compounds
- It has balancing effect on all the doshas
- Taste is bitter to pungent to astringent
- Quality is light and dry
- It’s potency is hot yet gentle
- It contains 60-80 % organic compounds, 20-30 % minerals and 5 % trace minerals
Benefits of shilajit for women
- Fulvic acid improves gut ability to absorb nutrients
- Helps boost immunity
- Humic acid is great for brain health
- Helps regulate menstruation
- Promotes brain health
- Prevents iron deficiency and improves female fertility
- Helps increase cell life and boosts metabolism
- Worls as an adaptogen (reduces stress and anxiety)
Other health benefits
- Helps prevents and cure alzheimer’s
- Improves strength and sex drive in males
- Increase sperm count and libido
- Is a powerful detoxifying agent
- Boosts hair growth and skin health
- Reduces chronic fatigue in men and women
- Helps manage blood sugar and slows down the ageing process
- Helps reduce inflammation
- Helps cure breathing issues
- Helps prevent kidney stones and any other urinary disorder
- Treats piles, tumour and sore throat
Benefits in weight loss
- Assists in increased activity levels
- Reduces stress anxiety
How much to consume
- 2-4 g with milk
- Consume with milk, empty stomach
- Or have it in the night
- You can also have it with water or make a concoction with tea or coffee
- Avoid buying it in powder form or capsule form as there is a high probability of adulteration of charcoal
- Buy it in tar form
- You can take it with ashwagandha or shatavari
Possible side effects
- Don’t buy or consume raw or unprocessed
- Unprocessed shilajit may contain impurities and heavy metals
- Buy it in natural form
- May lower BP, hence people with BP medication should consult a physician
- People with high uric acid should consult a physician
- Look out for allergies, dizziness, high heart rate and high pulse rate