Shilajit is the very important Ayurvedic compounds that rejuvenates the body. Shilajit is believe to be first discovered in Modern times by British Explorer Sir Martin Edward Stanley during 1870 –the time when India and Nepal were part of the British Empire. It contains just more than 85 minerals in ionic form and the active principle fulvic acid, humic acid, hippuric acid and benzopyrones. It is mainly used to treat diabetes and various urinary problems. When combined with other herbs it rapidly enhances its effect.

It is believed to have strong beneficial effects on the kidneys, urinary system and reproductive organs. It is mainly considered as an aphrodisiac that is used in the treatment of impotency and infertility of both men and women. In Sanskrit shilajit means ‘feel like rock’ as it has the power of a rock to reverse the process of aging.

The Indian and ancient Chinese literature mentioned these shilajit as Amrit and Fountain of Youth. It is widely been used by the Indian yogis of Himalayan region to have the stamina and body structure of a youth. The ancient medical literature described this shilajit as conqueror of mountains and destroyer of weakness. It is considered just as an anecdote for anxiety and stress. Its regular intake promotes the movement of various minerals like calcium, phosphorus and magnesium into the bones and tissues. The active principle in shilajit tht fulvic acid regenerates and prolongs the duration of essential nutrients in the cells. Fulvic acid basically restores electrical balance to damaged cells, neutralizes toxins and eliminates food poisoning in a short duration.

Shilajit prevents the release of histamine in the blood and that helps in the prevention of various allergies in the body. Shilajit provides much iron to the body that is necessary for the making of red blood cells (RBCs). It also just acts as a stimulant for immune system. Shilajit enhances the protein and nucleic acid metabolism that acts as a catalyst for the energy proving reactions.

It is a very strong kidney tonic and is also considered the best for sexual and spiritual power. It is commonly referred to just as Indian Viagra. It enhances the main effect of nitric oxide to produce as erection in males.

It has beneficial liver protecting effects that just balances the cholesterol and sugar levels in the body. It acts just as an adaptogenic agent that helps the body to cope with stress causing environment. Therefore, it is mainly also considered as an anti-stress agent.

It improves the functioning of the pancreas, increases the blood circulation and strengthens the digestive system. It is mainly used in the treatment of thr hypothyroidism as it controls the activity of thyroid gland.

In regional folk medicine, that shilajit is a reputed rasayana believed to reverse the process of ageing and prolong life. It is also used to treat various conditions ranging from ulcers and asthma, to diabetes and rheumatism.