What is Shilajit • Mumijo ?

Shilajit is also known as Mumijo. It is derived from the Greek language, originally meaning 'body-preserving'. Aristotle, the Greek philosopher mentioned it and even gave some tips on how to benefit from it. In Ayurveda, Mumijo is called 'Shilajit' or 'Salajeet' ; 'Nectar of the Gods, The Destroyer of Weakness, The Conqueror of Mountains'. It is considered the most powerful of all remedies; a panacea. Shilajit offers vitality, longevity, and long lasting health.

It is a substance mainly found in the highlands (1000-5000 m above sea level) of the Altai, Himalaya and the Caucasus mountains in Central-Asia. The color range varies from white to pitch-black, depending on composition. For medicinal use the black variant is the most known and covers the widest spectrum.

It is an extremely complex substance, consisting of both organic and inorganic elements. It has compounds of mineral, vegetable and animal origin. Among these are amino acids, organic acids, and a wide spectrum of minerals, both macro-minerals and trace minerals. In Ayurvedic Medicine, Shilajit is also known as Mineral Pitch Vitalizer.

After collection, the raw Shilajit is purified to make sure dirt and other debris are not contaminating the raw substance. This makes it more assimilable, and acceptable to the kidneys.

What Are The Benefits of Shilajit?

Shilajit's extremely complex chemical composition gives it a very broad range of therapeutic effects. Broadly differentiated, these fall into the following categories:

Adaptogenic: Bringing increased energy and vitality, and enhancing the organism's resistance to stress and fatigue. Normalizes and optimizes internal organ function. Strengthens and protects the heart.

Deobstruent: Opens blockages, destroys congestion, heals paralyses, and improves circulation of blood.

Immunomodulatory: Corrects and optimizes immune system functions. Anti-inflammatory and antiphlogistic. May help with asthma and allergies.

Metabolic Stimulant: Stimulates the metabolic fire and the innate Heat. Disperses phlegm and rheumatic tumors. Helps consume, metabolize and neutralize poisons and toxins. Corrects metabolic disorders and imbalances.

Vulnerary: Speeds up the healing of bone fractures, ulcers, wounds, and soft tissue trauma.

One reason shilajit is such an effective medicinal herb is due to its high fulvic acid content. Fulvic acid has many proven benefits, from improving gut health to keeping skin healthy. This ancient mineral contains a huge percentage of fulvic acid and is one of the most common supplements used to increase your intake of this potent acid.

By adding Shilajit to your daily intake you can boost vitality, increase energy levels, support cognition, and promote longevity.