All About Shilajit: Benefits, Medicinal Uses, and Busting The Myths

ABSTRACT

In this modern world, everyone is more curious to gain information from the internet rather than books. As we know, Some of the information on the internet is true and some is false. There are so many myths or facts found on the internet about this interesting mineral pitch called shilajit, which we are going to clear in this article. Today we will discuss in detail about the myths and facts about shilajit along with its numerous health benefits.

INTRODUCTION

Shlajit is also known as Ardhajatu, ASmaja, Gareya, Girija, saili dhatuja, Sailanieyasa etc. The rasa panchaka of shilajit includes tikta (bitter), katu (pungent) rasa (taste), katu (pungent) vipaka (effect after digestion). It mainly pacifies kapha dosha in the body and acts as a wonderful tonic and laxative. It is a natural rejuvenator and aphrodisiac. Now we will see some myths about shilajit.

MYTHS ABOUT SHILAJIT!!!!!

• Shilajit is not for kids
• Shilajit is only for men and women can’t consume it.
• Shilajit acts immediately and acts as chemical booster.
• Shilajit can only be used as viagra.
• Shilajit should not be cleaned or refined as it sheds off its nutrients.

Let’s elaborate these myths and clarify them!!

1. “Shilajit is not for kids” This is a myth that shilajit can only be consumed by young adults as it is an aphrodisiac or hot in potency. But this is not true children with 3 years of age or more than that can also consume this as it is a natural immunity booster and increases the ability of the body to fight with the infections. So use the purest form and take advantage of this wonderful mineral pitch (Asphaltum).
2. “Shilajit is only for men and women can’t consume it” The another myth about shilajit is it can only be used by men due to its aphrodisiac property. Apart from its vajikaran (Aphrodisiac) action, it acts as antibacterial, immunity booster, rasayan (rejuvenator), anti-oxidant properties due to which it helps in improving stamina and strength So this shilajit can be taken by women also.
3. “Shilajit acts immediately as chemical booster” It is a myth that shilajit acts immediately after taking and their result will be seen within 15-20 minutes. But this is not true. Shilajit will act slowly and give effective results in 2-3 months. So it is not a chemical booster, it acts slowly to give desirable results.
4. “Shilajit can only be used as viagra” The most common myth about shilajit is that it is the alternative of viagra (A allopathic medicine to improve sexual activity in males). The first thing that comes in everyone's mind after listening about shilajit is this. So it is the biggest myth!! Because shilajit is a natural immunity booster. It improves stamina, strength and acts as anti-ageing. This nourishes each cell of the body and removes all the harmful endotoxins. So shilajit is an amazing rasayan which can be consumed by everyone.
5. “Shilajit should not be cleaned or refined as it sheds off its nutrients” some other myth that comes is that shilajit can be taken in raw or unprocessed form because when it goes for refining it sheds off its nutritional value. But this is not true. As “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” warns to take impure form of shilajit because it contains fungus growth, free radicals etc. So it should be taken after a proper cleaning and refining process.

These are all the myths which should be replaced with the true facts that are already explained earlier. Now we will see some more medicinal benefits or properties about Shilajit.

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES

• Immunity modulator
• Antioxidant
• Rasayan (rejuvenator)
• Vajikarana (Aphrodisiac)
• Diuretic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antidiabetic
• Anti aging
• Relaxes nerves and central nervous system
• Anthelmintic

INDICATIONS

Shilajit can be indicated in

• Polyuria
• Calculus
• Diabetes mellitus
• Dysuria
• Asthma
• Hemorrhoids
• Anemia
• Epilepsy
• Hysteria
• Edema
• Skin diseases
• Worm infestations

SHILAJIT CAPSULES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet ayurveda is a GMP certified company offering herbal products across all over the world. They prepare lots of products for various health ailments under the guidance of expert ayurveda practitioners. And the best thing is that planet ayurveda products are devoid of any kind of side effects as they are prepared without adding any additive, preservative, chemical, colour, filler, binder etc.

Our shilajit capsules are prepared with pure Shilajit Resin Form which has been attested by NABL, India. It has been our continuous endeavor to break the myths around Shilajit since it is rich in so many nutrients and good for overall health & wellbeing the Ayurveda way. We believe we will be able to achieve our target of reaching a much wider audience towards breaking the myths around a wonderful natural product ‘Shilajit’, which sadly has been branded just as an aphrodisiac by the marketeers till date. Resin is the purest form of Shilajit, with endless benefits. Shilajit contains more than 84 minerals that help enhance strength and stamina. It also has anti-oxidant and anti-microbial properties which help boost immunity.

The dosage of shilajit capsules can vary according to age or gender.The standard dosage should be 1 capsule once a day. But every medicine should be taken by advice or under supervision of expert doctors.

CONCLUSION

At last, we can conclude that shilajit is a wonder mineral which should be consumed by every individual to keep their health better. I Must say you should start taking this medicine as it will keep you away from all the diseases and boosts your immune system. So what are you waiting for??? Use this formulation and keep yourself safe and healthy.