Shilajit is considered as Nature's gift to the mankind which is packed with various health benefits.
Shilajit is a natural occurring substance which is obtained from humus and plant residues. When these residue are deposited over rocks and get pressed between layers of rocks for millions of years then they are converted into gummy material which may be black, white or brown in color and similar to asphalt in appearance.
As per Ayurveda, Shilajit is considered as strongest rejuvenating compound on earth.
Its botanical name is Asphaltum. It is also known as mineral pitch in English. Meaning of Shilajit in Sanskrit is "Invincible Rock".
It is found in higher altitudes regions, particularly Himalayan regions. No wonder the Indian Yogis called it as Amrita or the Elixir Of Life. Shilajit is truly a SUPERFOOD.
Now modern science has also studied about Shilajit and its therapeutic value. Shilajit contains various minerals and nutrients like fulvic acid and humic acid. These acids are added to soil for better plantation.
In Ayurveda, shilajit is called as " Destroyer of weakness". In Various ancient Ayurvedic texts, its general benefits are explained. In recent studies, traces of Dibenzo alpha pyrones were found in shilajit which show strong and effective antioxidant property. It protects the nervous system from damage due to free radicals. In kidney, liver and heart studies it shows the increased level of coenzyme Q 10 (CoQ10), it helps to enhance the energy level and increases the activity of cells.
Health benefits of shilajit capsules
1. Tissue repair and regeneration
Shilajit is best known for rejuvenating property in body. It has ability to rejuvenate the cell by giving oxygen and nutrients to cell and also supports the antioxidant activity of body so that body gets free from free radicals. Many results shows that it is very effective in healing muscles and bone tissues. It also has property to protect the neurons and enhance the muscle mass after activity.It is a natural way to restore strength of the human body.
2. Manages sexual problems andenhances Performance
Shilajit is also known as "Indian Viagra" and an aphrodisiac because it is very effective for improving sexual functions. It is used for many years to enhance sexual performance in natural and healthy way. In Ayurveda it is mainly used for treating sexual problems and low libido. In general its regular use provides energy to body and enhances performance. It provides nourishment to cells and acts at cellular level to improve energy.
3. Anti-ageing
It is one of the main health benefits of shilajit. It has ability to slow down the ageing process in different ways. It helps to maintain the calcium in the bones and makes them stronger. Shilajit also serves as a natural anti-oxidant that helps to keep the diseases away and enhances the immunity. The fulvic acid in shilajit provides antioxidants and minerals directly to cells where they are needed and keeps them safe against free radical damage and accelerated ageing process.
4. Antioxidant
It is good natural antioxidant that helps the body from free radicals. It inhibits the lipid peroxidation and reduces glutathione in body. It prevents the oxidization in blood and prevents free radicals formation. Fulvic acid in shilajit prevents the cellular damage.
5. Stress disorders and anxiety
It is useful in various types of stress and anxiety disorders. The main component of shilajit is fulvic acid which is responsible for anxiolytic and anti-depressant activity of shilajit.
6. Cognitive enhancer
It is very helpful in various memory disorders like Alzheimer's disease. It is used to increase mental function and has effect on both learning ability and memory. Modern science also supported this by demonstrating that the resin was able to slow the natural degeneration of neurons in your nervous system.Fulvic acid in Shilajit prevents the various causes of Alzheimer's disease.
7. Anti-inflammatory
It has powerful anti-inflammatory property which is shown to reduce the edema. It also prevents inflammation. It makes shilajit capable of addressing and increasing the speed of healing.
Planet ayurveda's shilajit capsules
Planet Ayurveda is one of the best herbal manufacturing company which provides 100 % pure and natural formulations which are free from any side effects. Shilajit capsules are obtained from the extract of Asphaltum. It is multi effect compound which is packed in the form of capsules. These capsules have number of health benefits such as anti-ageing, anti-oxidant, provide relief from physical and mental stress, enhance cell regeneration, improve body metabolism, anemia, arthritis and diabetes. It has miraculous effect on sexual health of males like premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction and many other sexual problems.
Dosage
- Adult: 1-2 capsules in a day with water after meals.
- Children:- one capsule in a day.