Shilajit (asphaltum punjabianum) is a kind of mineral resin that exudates from the cracks of the rocks of the Himalayas; considered to be the “nectar of God” or “Ayurvedic panacea. Shilajit is a mineral-rich organic compound that seeps through the high cliffs of the mountains of north-east India and other parts of Asia during summer. It is also known as asphalt or mineral pitch has colors of copper, gold, silver or black. The black one is most often used in ayurvedic preparations.
Chemical composition- Contains 85 minerals in ionic form, triterpenes, aromatic carboxylic acid, humic acid, fulvic acid, dibenzo alpha pyrones, phospholipids and phenolic acids, Iron, Calcium, Copper, Zinc, Magnessium, Manganese, phosphorus etc..
Properties – Energizing, powerful adaptogen, anti stress (physical and psychological stress), powerful antioxidant, protects and improves the functioning of the kidneys, pancreas and thyroid gland, improves blood circulation, imunomodulator, hepatoprotector.
Recommendation – Fatigue, gallstones, kidney stones, anemia, asthma, hypertension, diabetes, male infertility, arthritis, allergies, early aging, epilepsy, anxiety and depression, indigestion, gastritis, constipation, abdominal pain, cough and asthma.
This plant is incorporated in natural remedy POTENT POWER.