Ayurveda

Shilajit

Mineral pitch/resin

Tradition of Use: Ayurveda, Himalayan traditional

Mechanism of Action

Adaptogenic, mitochondrial support, fulvic acid chelates minerals, antioxidant, rejuvenative

Key Conditions & Uses

Fatigue

cognitive function

male fertility

testosterone

altitude sickness

longevity

Preparation

Resin, capsule, powder

Dosage

200-500mg purified resin daily

Active Compounds

Fulvic acid, humic acid, dibenzo-alpha-pyrones, minerals (80+)

Interactions

May interact with diabetes medications, antihypertensives; avoid with sickle cell, hemochromatosis

Contraindications

Pregnancy; gout; high uric acid; unpurified sources (heavy metals)

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Moderate - promising for testosterone and energy

Clinical Notes:

Destroyer of weakness; mineral pitch from Himalayan rocks; MUST be purified; heavy metals risk; potent

Conditions This Helps

Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Male Factor Infertility & Low Sperm Count Low Testosterone (Andropause)

Quick Overview

TraditionAyurveda

GBS Score75/100

Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information

Traditional wisdom

Safety information

Clinical applications

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