The below information on Shilajit, is taken from: https://www.planetayurveda.com/library/top-18-health-benefits-of-shilajit/
1. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
The main component of shilajit is fulvic acid which is an antioxidant and provides cognitive health by inhibiting the buildup of tau protein. Tau protein is an essential part of the nervous system, but an accumulation can lead to brain cell damage. It helps to reduce inflammation and possibly improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.
2. IRON-DEFICIENCY ANEMIA
Shilajit is effective in the management of symptoms of iron deficiency anemia such as fatigue, weakness, irregular heartbeat, headache, cold feet, and hands. Iron deficiency anemia occurs due to low iron diet, anemia, or an incapability to receive iron. So, Shilajit increases iron levels in the body.
3. IMPROVES HEART HEALTH
Shilajit improves blood flow in the heart and helps it to pumps blood in a more healthy way. It promotes heart health by maintaining healthy blood pressure during stress.
4. IMPROVE SEXUAL PERFORMANCE
Shilajit acts wonders to improve male sexual function and has been used for hundreds of years to boost libido and sexual performance naturally.
5. PROMOTES TESTOSTERONE LEVEL
Regular use of shilajit increases testosterone levels. The increased levels of testosterone in a man’s body shield muscle tissue and reduce body fat. This helps in maintaining a better mood and improves thinking ability.
6. AS AN ANTI-STRESS
For those who have depression, zinc levels are likely to go down. Shilajit contains a lot of natural zinc, which is also needed for more than 300 enzymes in the body.
7. AS AN ANTI-AGING
Shilajit possesses antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory. It also acts against free radicals and prevents cellular damage. As a result, daily use of shilajit provides longevity, slows down the aging process and overall health benefits.
8. AS AN ENERGIZER
Shilajit works by increasing the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the body’s energy supply. This energy supply is produced by mitochondria as they transform food into ATP or energy.
9. IMPROVES MEMORY FUNCTIONING
The intake of Shilajit is beneficial to improve memory as it carries fulvic acid which promotes and improves brain health and memory function. It also increases testosterone hormone. Increased testosterone levels play an important role in your way of thinking.
10. BRAIN DETOXIFIER
Shilajit acts as a brain detoxifier. It helps transport oxygen, nutrients, and minerals to the brain tissue and promotes the brain’s natural powers to remove potentially harmful proteins (accumulation of tau-protein).
11. ENHANCES PERFORMANCE AND PLEASURE
Shilajit enhances performance and reduces anxiety when under stress. It was also shown to increase the secretion of pleasure hormones such as dopamine.
12. MANAGES BLOOD SUGAR
Shilajit supports the regeneration of pancreas cells. It helps in promoting healthy glucose level and keeps diabetes under control.
13. PROVIDE MINERALS
Shilajit has many trace minerals, each has its own benefits like fulvic and humic acids which are very beneficial.
14. HEALTHY INFLAMMATORY RESPONSE
Shilajit is effective in helping our body respond to a healthy inflammatory response. This enables Shilajit to repair tissue damage and thus speed up healing.
