Shilajit has been used historically for general physical strengthening, anti-aging, blood sugar stabilization, libido, injury healing, urinary tract rejuvenation, enhanced brain functioning potency, bone healing, kidney rejuvenation, immune system Strengthening, arthritis, hypertension, obesity and many other application for numerous conditions.

In Sanskrit the literal meaning of Shilajit is "Rock Like" - the power to make our body like a rock enabling it to withstand the ravages of time. Shilajit has that unmatched powers of arresting and reversing the aging process.
Indian Yogis on seeing the powers of Shilajit considered Shilajit to have divine powers capable of healing the body of virtually any ailments and above all restore youthfulness
Ancient Chinese and Indian literature mention of Shilajit as Amrit or nectar of evergreen life and fountain of youth.
Indian Yogis widely used Shilajit. It is not uncommon to find many Indian Yogis even aged 100 years in Himalayan regions and above having similar Stamina and Body structure of a Youth.

Attributed Medicinal Properties / Healing Properties of Shilajit

Uses of Shilajit in Ayurveda -

Shilajit can be useful in many health problems. It is restorative, remunerative. It is given in men as sexual enhancement natural remedy. It is useful in premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, loss of libido. It is also useful in general fatigue. It is a very effective natural herbal remedy for sexual weakness due to diabetes. In diabetic neuropathy, it is useful with Ashwagandha. There is a lot of research proving Shilajit can help a broad spectrum of health problems. There are many testimonials from people taking Shilajit that have received improvements beyond their expectations. There are several Patents filed in United States Patents & Propert Rights Department on Shilajit. Extensive proof has submitted on the healing, anti aging and restorative properties of shilajit. This has been verified, approved and patents offered by United States.

Shilajit contains 84 types of minerals in natural ionic form which are very vital for maintaining the Equilibrium of Energy Metabolism in our body. The minerals in Shilajit are not similar to the mineral supplements available in market. These minerals are in ionic form and have previously been absorbed by rich plant life and returned back to earth so they are easily and completely absorbed by the body cells.

Urinary problems:

Shilajit is used in kidney function. It is effective in treating burning urine, incontinence of urine due to enlarged prostate or stone in the bladder or kidney.

Increase sex drive:

Shilajit effectively increases the fertility of the person actively and increases the live cells count in male reproductive hormones Shilajit in India, is an aphrodisiac. It is well known that Shilajit would return the libido of people to a level of teenagers. It will keep your Vigor, Vitality and Energy at optimum levels. Shilajit works like Viagra to enhance the effect of nitric oxide to produce an erection. It is also called as "Indian Viagra".

Diabetes:

High blood sugar is a growing (literally) health problem today. Millions of people around the world have some degree of high blood sugar and are progressing on to diabetes. Shilajit has long been used for the prevention and treatment of diabeties in Ayurvedic medicine.

Antioxidant:

Antioxidants can safely neutralize a free radical without becoming a free radical them self. Shudh Shilajit is a powerful antioxidant that has the added benefit of being able to cross the blood-brain barrier.

Anti-inflammatory:

Shudh Shilajit is a very powerful anti-inflammatory agent. It has been shown to reduce acute chemically induced edema by 77%. The antioxidant properties also help to prevent inflammation.

Anemia:

Iron is required to make red blood cells. Shilajit is a good source of trace minerals and contains iron. The fulvic acids help carry the iron into the body making it bio-available.

Arthritis:

The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Shilajit help to decrease and relieve joint inflammation and pain. The effects on the neurotransmitters in the brain also seem to help relieve joint pain.

More on Shilajit:

Shilajit amplifies the benefits of other herbs by enhancing their bio-availability. It helps transport nutrients deep into the tissue and removes deep-seated toxins. Shilajit improves memory and the ability to handle stress. Shilajit reduces recovery time in muscle, bone and nerve injuries. Shudh Shilajit stimulates the immune system and reduces chronic fatigue. It is adaptogen (Rasayana) that helps to combat immune disorders, urinary tract disorders, nervous disorders and sexual dissatisfaction. It promotes strong bones and heals damages muscle tissues, osteoarthritis and porous.

The active constituents of Shilajit are a very broad spectrum of 84 minerals, Fulvic acid, Humic acid, Hippuric acid and Benzopyrones. There is also extensive mention of Shilajit as a powerful aphrodisiac and restorer of Youthfulness in The Kama Sutra - the most widely read treatise on sex. If you are a Woman, Shilajit will ensure that you stay in your youthful charm for a very very long time. Something which rigorous Diet regime, Physical Exercise and any amount of beauty products cannot ensure. If you are Man, it will keep your Vigor, Vitality and Energy at optimum levels. Shilajit restores youthful vigor to the entire body.

Shilajit is a Powerful Nervine Tonic Helping you tackle every day stress of Modern life effectively

Shilajit is a rare drug in nature and this is the reason it is high value drug. In ancient Indian literatures related to different systems of medicine in India, Shilajit holds a reputed position. According to these literatures, every disease on this earth can be treated successfully with the help of Shilajit.

Ancient Sanskrit holy texts, over 3,000 years old, make reference to a mysterious substance called shilajit, which they describe as the "destroyer of weakness." The texts list its powerful health and spiritual benefits and the positive changes that shilajit brought in the lives of those who used it. The sacred substance was prescribed for thousands of years for many different health problems and became a powerful tool in Ayurvedic medicine. There is some indication that shilajit may have been the priceless soma of the Eastern alchemists.

Shilajit is a key component of Ayurvedic medicine. "There is hardly any curable disease which cannot be controlled or cured with the aid of Shilajit." This is a quote from the famous Ayurvedic classical medical literature known as Charaka Samhita, an ancient text that is central to the tradition of Asian medicine. If an Asian physician cannot ameliorate a troublesome health condition by other means then Shilajit will be introduced with confidence.

Another interesting fact about Shilajit is that it has been used by local residents in the Himalayan regions (such as the Hunza Valley), where the raw Shilajit is found and collected, and these people, who use the Shilajit as a local remedy, are some of the longest-lived people in the world. It is well known that the people living there have very long lives with some living up to 100 years and longer!

How was Shilajit discovered?

Shilajit has been used for thousands of years and for as many different health problems. It is listed as a healing agent in ancient Sanskrit writings and is used today in Ayurvedic health practices. The discovery is said to be made by Himalayan villagers observing large white monkeys migrate to the mountains in the warm summer months. The monkeys were seen to be chewing a semi-soft substance that flowed from between layers of rock. The villagers attributed the monkey's great strength, longevity and wisdom to the substance. They began to consume it themselves and reported a broad spectrum of improvements in health. It seemed to give them more energy, relieve digestive problems, Increase sex drive, improve memory and cognition, improve diabetes, reduce allergies, improve the quality and quantity of life and it seemed to cure all diseases. Top
How is it processed?

Approximately 40% of the raw material remains after extraction. Proper extraction is very important to guarantee a consistent high level of active ingredients, remove inactive substances, check for the proper PH, and remove harmful free radicals and mycotoxin producing fungi and fungal toxins. Good quality Shilajit is then standardized to guarantee consistent levels of the active ingredients.

How much should I take?

The recommended amount for general use and to maintain optimal health is around 300-500Mg. Per day. There is approximately a 6-8 week period for the therapeutic effects to be noticed. We would recommend you start off with 2 capsules per day until you achieve the desired results. Shilajit is slowly metabolized reaching maximum blood levels in 12-14 hours. Taking Shilajit twice a day will ensure optimal blood levels and therapeutic efficiency. Consume lots of pure water.

Are their any contraindications?

No. Shilajit is very safe for anyone and everyone to take. However, due to its strong ability to lower blood sugar, diabetics need to carefully monitor their insulin usage to prevent hypoglycemia.

Chemistry and Pharmacology

Fulvic Acid
Fulvic acid (C135H182O95N5S2), by itself, is the most powerful natural electrolyte known to science. Accordingly, it is unmatched in its ability to neutralize free radicals by supplying the equal and opposite charge to the unpaired positive and negative electrons. The result is a highly effective restoration of electrical balance to damaged cells and the neutralization of toxins. Scientists now theorize that mineral deficiency subjects us to more diseases, aging, sickness and the destruction of physical well being than any other factor in personal health. Furthermore, the body's ability to assimilate the minerals contained in traditional tablet supplements is extremely limited. Fulvic acid is the key. When minerals come into contact with fulvic acid in a water medium, they naturally dissolve into an ionic form creating a fulvic acid complex. Put another way, through the process of chelation, fulvic acid allows the minerals to interact with one another, breaking them down into the simplest ionic forms. The resulting mineral products are optimally prepared to react with cells and assist with every stage of cellular metabolism.

Humic Acid

Humic acid is another important compound found in Shilajit. Humic acid, along with Fulvic acid, supports free-radical scavenging and antioxidant activities. Humic acid can acquire positive ions (free radicals) under one condition and release them when conditions change. It picks up ions depending on the availability of different ions to replace the ones released. Positive ions are called cations and the pickup and release property is called cation exchange capacity. Humic acid holds cations so they can be absorbed, improving micronutrient cellular exchange and transference to the bodies' circulation system.

Hippuric Acid

Shilajit contains various and significant amounts of free form Hippuric acid (C6H5CONHCH2COOH) and Benzoic acid. Consumption of cranberries is associated with augmented Hippuric acid production. A long time folk remedy, the eating cranberries or the drinking of cranberry juice has significant benefits, including good urinary tract health and weight loss. Although the mechanisms are not yet clearly understood, when the body metabolizes the Benzoic acid that naturally occurs in cranberries (and also naturally occurs in Shilajit) the result is elevated amounts of Hippuric acid, which in turn is believed to inhibit microbial growth. It is interesting that Shilajit is used traditionally for urinary and kidney conditions similar to some of the modern uses of cranberries that produce Hippuric acid. Shilajit is known as a very effective remedy for all genito-urinary health conditions and part of this effectiveness is related to the presence of free form Hippuric acid and Benzoic acid (which is transformed in the body to Hippuric acid).

Benzopyrones

Benzopyrones are groups of compounds related to flavonoid compounds. Flavonoids, such as the nutritional bioflavonoids as found in Vitamin C containing foods, have antioxidant activity. Benzopyrones are also contained in the proanthocyanidins in pycnogenol and grape seed, and related compounds such as silymarin and rutin, and primarily act to reduce edema caused by protein leaking out of capillaries. In addition, Benzopyrones are known to enhance diuretic action important for reducing edema and water weight related to obesity. Benzopyrones have been recommended for the treatment of viral infections.

The article is submitted by Vikram Chauhan (MD-Ayurveda). Vikram is consultant Ayurveda physician providing free online constulations for http://www.planetayurveda.com