Shilajit is considered one of the wonder medicines in Ayurveda. Neither a plant nor animal substance, it is a mineral pitch that oozes from the rocks of the Himalayas, as they become warm in the summer months. It is said to carry the healing power of these great mountains. The Charaka Samhita states that there is no curable disease in the universe, which is not effectively cured by shilajit when it is administered at the appropriate time, in combination with suitable drugs and by adopting the prescribed method. In the Sushruta Samhita, it is noted that there is no bodily distemper which does not yield to shilajit's highly curative virtues. when gradually taken,(in adequate doses) it tends to improve the strength and complexion of the body. Shilajit effects the nerve and reproductive tissues and the urinary, nervous and reproductive systems. It also has a specific action on the endocrine system and affects all the tissue systems (dhatus). It also strengthens agni(digestive fire) and reduces ama(toxins). Its actions are alterative, diuretic, lithotroptic, antiseptic, tonic, rejuvenating. Other actions include anodyne, anthelmintic and blood-sugar reducer. It also has a laxative effect and has absorbing and purifying properties.
Use in case of :
- Lethargy & Weakness
- Postoperative convalescence
- Convalescence after chronic illness
- Immunodeficiency
- Arthritis
- Reproductive debility
- Diabetes mellitus
- Obesity and metabolic syndrome
Dosage : One to two tablets two times in a day