What are the benefits of shilajit / black
asphaltum?
The benefits of shilajit as
a supplement are legendary, and lore attributes the compound with magical
properties that are heralded by the gods. Historically it has been used as a
cure-all. In the past 60 or so years numerous scientific studies have shown its
benefits, and continuing research confirms them.
It has been used
traditionally for the following:
Increased energy and
stamina (both physical, and sexual), enhancing meditative and spiritual
practices, detoxification, as a remedy for general sicknesses, as an
aphrodisiac, to treat premature ejaculation, as a supplement to boost the
immune system, and again, as a general cure all.
Modern usages tend to
exaggerate the “proven” benefits of shilajit / black asphaltum as a panacea, or
wonder substance for marketing reasons. In nepal, sherpas count it as essential
to their diet, and scientists attribute their strength and longevity in part to
shilajit. In india it is widely used by men to invigorate, cure impotence, and
treat premature ejaculation. In china it is used to build physical, spiritual,
and sexual energy. Claimed usages include:
Allergies,
altitude sickness, antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, anxiety
asthma, bronchitis, cancer, depression, detoxification,
Diabetes/blood glucose levels
digestive problems, edema, energy, epilepsy, erectile dysfunction, exercise
recovery
fertility, focus, immune system support, Impotence, learning, obesity, pain
premature ejaculation, psychosis, skin
diseases, stimulant, thyroid dysfunction
ulcers, urinary tract problems
Is shilajit effective?
Research confirmed reasons
to take shilajit / black asphaltum:
Again, shilajit has been
the subject of study primarily in russia and india for the past several
decades. The following benefits were investigated and confirmed in a laboratory
setting.
a)Anti-allergic
b)Anti-diabetic
c)Anti-fungal
d)Anti-inflammation
for arthritis and rheumatism
e)Anti-oxidant
f)anti-viral
g)alzheimer’s prevention
h)Cognitive
and memory enhancer
i)high altitude problems/hypoxia,
sickness, lethargy, depression
j)influenza /common cold
k)Mental
and physical rejuvenation or anti aging benefits
l)nootropic/smart drug /cognitive and memory enhancer
m)Pain
relief and injury repair
n)Stress
and anxiety reduction
0)Ulcer
repair
Who should use it?
With the seemingly endless
list of benefits for this product how can it be distinguished for what, or why
it should be taken? The best thing is to go with the science, and go with time
tested usages.
o Anyone with joint or connective tissue
related inflammation.
o Sick people! If you have a virus, like
the common cold or influenza, the humic substances in mineral pitch (black asphaltum)
have powerful anti-viral effects.
o People looking to treat age related
mental or physical decline.
o Those suffering from anxiety or stress
related problems/disorders.
o Athletes who are looking for increased
energy and faster recovery. The fulvic acid in shilajeet facilitates the
transfer and creation of energy between and through cells, and the ridiculous
amount of nutrients in the compound will nurture your body.
o Those with mineral deficiencies or
looking for a powerful natural vitamin supplement. Shilajeet has over 85 trace
minerals in high concentration.
o Spiritual practitioners looking to
enhance their awareness and connectedness, through black asphaltum or mineral pitch.
o Anyone looking for a nootropic, or
smart drug effect to enhance their concentration, learning, and memory.
o People who are detoxifying their
bodies. The fulvic acid in shilajeet is a powerful antioxidant and detoxifier.
o Both the chinese and indians widely use
black asphaltum to increase sexual energy and have done so for hundreds, if not
thousands of years…. It has even been called the indian viagra. So those with
low drive, impotence, or any similar issues should consider giving shilajit a
try.
How does shilajit work?
The
most powerful substances in shilajeet and black asphaltum, besides the
combination of minerals, are the humic and fulvic acids. This is why it is
sometimes called “mineral pitch.” There’s a ton of literature about the health benefits
of these acid and if you’d like further reading on the subject and its
mechanisms you can do so here. Basically, fulvic acid acts as one of the
world’s most powerful poly-electrolytes and antioxidants, and it benefits in
many cellular processes. It does this by increasing cell wall permeability and
assisting in an influx of nutrients and an outflow of toxins. It is one of the
only colloidal substances that moves easily through cell membranes.
This mobility contributes
to increased bioavailability of the minerals and nutrients in shilajeet. Herbs
and vitamins taken with shilajeet also see this increase. A great deal of mass
market vitamins and supplements do contain essential nutrients, but they are
simply not absorbed. It is important to take a bio-available supplement to
ensure your body doesn’t flush out those expensive nutrients.
Consider
the fact that our food is de-mineralized due to modern farming practices. Most
of us are very mineral deprived or mineral
deficient, and this can impact your mind, body, and energy. Black
asphaltum (shilajit) contains over 80 trace minerals and is regarded by many as
one of the most nutrient dense mineral substances on the planet. So those
supplementing with it can expect to see benefits purely from a nutritive
standpoint.
