SHILAJIT Common Names Shilajit, Mumie, Mummiyo, Asphaltum, Mineral Pitch Origin Himalayas, Nepal, Altai, Pamir, and Tien Shan Mountain Ranges

Description Shilajit (destroyer of weakness in Sanskrit) also known as Mumie, Mummiyo, Asphaltum and Mineral Pitch is found in the Himalayas, Nepal, Altai, Pamir, and Tien Shan Mountain Ranges. It is usually collected on the ground or found flowing out from between fissures in the rocks. In its raw form, Shilajit is a semi-hard, brownish black to dark, greasy, black resin that has a distinctive smell and taste. Shilajit has been used as a rejuvenator in traditional Indian and Russian medicine. Pharmacological Properties · helps accelerate processes of protein and nuclei acid metabolism and stimulates energy providing reactions · promotes the movement of minerals, especially calcium, phosphorous, and magnesium into muscle tissue and bone · seems to possess anabolic properties · increases lean muscle mass · stimulates the immune system · improves restoration (recovery) after exercise · significant anti-inflammatory effect on adjuvant arthritis in rats · useful in treating cerebral functional deficit · a potent anti-ulcer agent · possesses adaptogenic activity · balances blood sugar levels · may act as an anti-diabetic agent · increases levels of growth hormone in diabetic patients Standard 4:1 Extract Contraindications / Toxicity No known toxicity. Suggested Use 200 mg, 2-3 times a day for 25-30 days during intense training or stress. Repeat course in 1-2 weeks. Synergistic Agents Ashwagandha, Amla, Sida cordifolia, Tribulus terristris, Licorice, Gymnema silvestre