What does modern science say about Shilajit?

Shilajit has been described for thousands of years in Ayurveda and Tibetan medicine. It was known there as a special substance often used for vitality and recovery. In recent decades, scientists have also investigated the unique composition of shilajit and its potential effects.

The overview below provides an overview of what studies have shown so far. It's important to emphasize that these findings are promising, but that health claims for Shilajit are still pending within the European Union and cannot be presented as proven effects.

Energy and endurance

Shilajit has been studied in various studies in relation to energy production in the body. The focus is often on the mitochondria, the energy factories of our cells. Substances such as dibenzo-α-pyrones and fulvic acid play a role in this.

Research:

• Phytomedicine (2012) reported a 50 percent increase in ATP production.

• Journal of Medicinal Food (2015) showed that rats fed Shilajit could run longer than a control group.

📌 Context: These results point to a possible role of Shilajit in energy processes, but there are no approved health claims yet.

Cognitive functions

Traditional texts have linked shilajit to mental clarity. Modern studies also explore its relationship with cognitive processes.

Research:

• Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience (2019) reported that Shilajit may be able to slow down neurodegenerative processes.

• Neuroscience Letters (2016) reported improved learning and memory in mice.

📌 Context: There are indications that Shilajit may play a role in cognitive functions, but this is still an ongoing research area.

Testosterone and male vitality

Several clinical studies have examined the relationship between shilajit and testosterone, often referred to as the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis.

Research:

• Andrologia (2016) showed a 23.5 percent increase in free testosterone in healthy men after 90 days of use.

• Asian Journal of Andrology (2010) reported an improvement in sperm quality in infertile men.

📌 Context: Shilajit has been traditionally and scientifically associated with male vitality, but official claims about this are still pending with the EFSA.

Detoxification and liver health

Fulvic acid in shilajit is known for its ability to bind to heavy metals and toxins. This is described in science as a chelating property.

Research:

• Environmental Science & Technology (2020) described a strong binding to lead and mercury.

• Journal of Applied Toxicology (2014) reported an improvement in liver and kidney parameters in animals.

📌 Context: Although studies point to a possible role in detox processes, there are no approved claims for this.

Immune system and inflammatory processes

Shilajit contains fulvic acid, humic acid, and antioxidants. Research is examining its potential effects on inflammatory markers and immune responses.

Research:

• Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2018) saw a reduction in inflammatory markers.

• Biological Trace Element Research (2019) reported that minerals in Shilajit influence immune responses.

📌 Context: Shilajit is being studied in relation to the immune system, but health claims regarding this have not yet been approved.

Aging and oxidative stress

Free radicals and oxidative stress play a significant role in the aging process. Shilajit contains antioxidants that can influence this.

Research:

• Rejuvenation Research (2017) showed that Shilajit reduced oxidative stress in experimental animals.

• Pharmaceutical Biology (2020) reported less collagen breakdown and skin aging.

📌 Context: Studies suggest a possible role in aging processes, but this has not yet been proven in a clinical context.

Heart health and blood sugar

Some studies link Shilajit to cardiovascular markers and glucose metabolism.

Research:

• Cardiovascular Toxicology (2018) described lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels in animals.

• Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome (2021) reported an improvement in insulin sensitivity.

📌 Context: Shilajit has been linked to heart and blood sugar metabolism in research, but there are no approved claims.

Conclusion

Modern science is intensively studying Shilajit and describing a wide range of potential applications, from energy processes and cognitive functions to male vitality and aging. The results are fascinating and often align with age-old traditions.

However, it is important to emphasize that health claims for Shilajit are still pending approval in the European Union and therefore should not be presented as proven effects.

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Sources

• Pandit, S. et al. (2016). Andrologia – testosterone in healthy volunteers

• Carrasco-Gallardo, C. et al. (2019). Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience – cognitive processes

• US National Library of Medicine (PubMed) – mitochondrial energy

• Environmental Science & Technology (2020) – fulvic acid and detoxification

• Rejuvenation Research (2017) – aging processes

• Pharmaceutical Biology (2020) – skin and collagen