Nanton Shilajit 60's

Due to the molecular composition of shilajit, some researchers believe it may help prevent Alzheimer’s or slow its progression.  Shilajit is rich in an antioxidant called fulvic acid. Fulvic acid can prevent a buildup of tau proteins, which may help cognitive health.

Tau protein buildup can trigger brain cell damage, and researchers have linked it to Alzheimer’s. A 2023 study suggested that taking shilajit may improve Alzheimer’s symptoms and even prevent or slow its progression because of this.

However, researchers need to conduct more studies to further observe this possible link.

One 2018 review noted that fulvic acid, one of the key compounds in shilajit, has anti-inflammatory properties and can have beneficial effects on the immune system.  The researchers posit that these properties may be beneficial for preventing or alleviating some chronic inflammatory conditions, such as asthma, allergies, eczema, and diabetes.

However, they note that some of the research they found on fulvic acid was conflicting, so experts need to do further research on these possible benefits of fulvic acid.

A 2022 review  found that shilajit may support the bone healing process, as it accelerated bone healing in studies in cells, rats, and humans.  They suggested that shilajit may be a promising supplement for treating bone conditions such as osteoporosis.

According to a 2022 study, taking daily shilajit supplements also helped improve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with bone mass loss.

Additionally, another 2022 study concluded that shilajit is a safe dietary supplement that can potentially treat several diseases, including osteoporosis.

However, there needs to be more research into shijalit’s effect on bone health in humans.

According to a 2020 study, shilajit is known to have antiviral properties. Shijalit contains humic acids, which may help to fight viral infections. The wide range of minerals and compounds found in shilajit may also help fight off viruses. An older 2015 research study noted that shilajit could fight off and kill many different viruses in isolated environments, including some herpes viruses.  Researchers commented that while it does appear to be effective, more studies carried out with live subjects are needed to back up these claims.

Shilajit also shows promise in fighting against certain types of cancer cells. One 2020 study found that shilajit helped inhibit the growth and spread of human breast cancer cells.  Another study from 2021 also found that shilajit can fight against bladder cancer cells and could have the potential to be used in treatments for bladder cancer.  Additionally, a 2022 study concluded that shilajit could strengthen the effect of chemotherapy drugs in the treatment of liver cancer in rats.  Researchers noted that results show that shilajit has promising anticancer effects, but more human studies are needed.

Fulvic acid, which makes up around 15% to 20% of shilajit, may improve gut health by improving the gut flora — the “good bacteria” in the gut. According to a 2018 review, fulvic acid may also improve nutrient absorption.  One study, which the review references, found that fulvic acid improved good gut bacteria and reduced bad gut bacteria in fish.  Another found that fulvic acid increased the activity of digestive enzymes in fish, therefore aiding nutrient absorption.  However, researchers need to study these mechanisms further in humans.

According to a 2019 review article, several studies have shown that shilajit may have a beneficial effect on stress.  Animal studies showed that it had stress-reducing and anti-anxiety properties, suggesting it has potential for alleviating these concerns in humans.

However, more studies are needed in humans to confirm this.

Shijalit may have properties that support healthy aging.

Researchers have observed that fulvic acid can help improve dementia symptoms, sleeping, appetite, and performance in older individuals in China and India.  Fulvic acid is a humic substance, which are compounds that result from decomposing plants. Humic substances have many benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help support graceful aging.