Summary

Rich in minerals and nutrients, shilajit is a naturally occurring resin found primarily in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet, India and Nepal.

Benefits and Effects

Combatting Chronic Fatigue

Shilajit may reverse some the cellular damage that long-term chronic fatigue can cause. [1]

Boosting Testosterone and Sperm Production

Shilajit protects the testes from oxidative damage, which promotes sperm production and raises testosterone levels. [2][3]

In Addiction

Shilajit and ashwagandha together has been shown to reduce alcohol withdrawal-related anxiety in laboratory mice. [4]

Cellular Health Properties

Shilajit supplementation has been found to promote the induction of superoxide dismutase, one of the body’s most powerful cellular health enzymes.* [5]

Improving Gut Health

Shilajit protects the stomach from oxidative damage [6]. Fulvic acid also decreases the production of pepsin acid, which can lower the risk of stomach ulcers, while benzoic acid in shilajit helps prevent microbial gastrointestinal infections thanks to its antibacterial properties. [7]

Promoting a Healthy Heart

Shilajit increases production of the antioxidant glutathione – associated with cardiovascular health. [8] Glutathione defends against free radicals as it stabilizes oxygen compounds with unstable charges. [9]

Alleviating Symptoms of Head Trauma

Shilajit also stimulates blood circulation within the brain tissue thereby relieving intracranial pressure. [10]

Preventing Neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s Patients

Fulvic acid is known to decrease protein aggregation in the brain, which may help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s. [11]

Encouraging Blood Circulation

Shilajit ensures that nutrients get delivered to deep tissues where they are often lacking. Good circulation also ensures the removal of toxins to keep your body tissue healthy. [12]

Preventing Diabetes

By protecting beta cells in the pancreas, shilajit may help prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. [6].

Improving Recovery From Seizures

Rats who were given shilajit demonstrated faster recovery times and lower risk of death related to seizures. Higher doses of the supplement seem to help prevent the onset of clonic seizures. [13]

How It Works

Shilajit boosts production of neuronal dopamine, a chemical in the brain related to suppressing anxiety. The supplement’s anxiety-reducing potential may be useful in treating addiction. [14]

Shilajit also increases production of a protein in the brain called GABA, which is what gives shilajit its anti-epileptic properties. [15] Shilajit is believed to prevent the death of certain cells by decreasing specific proteins in their apoptotic pathways. [16]

Dosage

The optimal dose of shilajit as a daily health supplement is between 300-500mg split between two doses. [6]

Side Effects

Shilajit can increase your vulnerability to heart and gut issues if you’re already at risk. [17]

Stacks

Since shilajit aids the delivery of nutrients throughout the body, it can enhance the effect of supplements like CoQ10, which is associated with improving mitochondrial health. [18] A combination of shilajit and CoQ10 increases the mitochondria’s capacity to convert food into energy, which results in more fuel for your body.[19]