lac resin

Bio-Activity Analysis
Fulvic Acid Content Comparison
SCIENTIFIC DATA VISUALIZATION
Health Benefits & Sources
Why You Need It
- Boosts Natural Energy: Increases ATP (cellular energy) production to fight chronic fatigue.
- Enhances Brain Function: Supports memory, focus, and may protect against cognitive decline.
- Improves Testosterone & Fertility: Clinically shown to support healthy testosterone levels and sperm count in men.
- Promotes Youthful Skin: Its high antioxidant content helps protect cells from free radical damage.
Deep Dive
Shilajit works primarily through Fulvic Acid, a humic substance that makes up 60-80% of its content. Fulvic acid is an electrolyte that helps transport minerals and nutrients across cell membranes. Without it, nutrients often pass through the body unabsorbed. By facilitating this transport, Shilajit helps reduce physical exhaustion and mental fog. It also contains over 84 minerals in their ionic state, making them highly bioavailable. It is an adaptogen, meaning it helps your body manage stress and return to balance.
Natural Food Sources
Shilajit is unique because it is not a standard fruit or vegetable. It is a mineral pitch formed in rocky cliffs. However, the closest dietary analogs that provide similar mineral density are sea vegetables and specific roots.
| Food | Amount | % DV (Mineral Density) |
|---|---|---|
| Shilajit Resin | 300mg | 40% (Fulvic Acid) |
| Spirulina | 1 tbsp | 15% (Protein/Iron) |
| Himalayan Salt | 1 pinch | 10% (Trace Minerals) |
| Beet Root | 1 cup | 8% (Nitrates) |
Supplementation
Since Shilajit is a geologic substance, it is almost always taken as a supplement rather than a food.
- Form: Look for Pure Resin (sticky tar) rather than capsules, which often contain fillers.
- Dosage: The standard dose is 300mg to 500mg per day.
- How to take: Dissolve a pea-sized amount in warm water, milk, or tea and drink. Do not take with chlorine water (it reacts chemically).
Top Food Sources
Frequently Asked Questions
Safety & Side Effects
Who should avoid it?
- People with hemochromatosis (iron overload), as Shilajit is rich in iron.
- Those with low blood pressure, as it may lower it further.
- Men with active prostate cancer (due to testosterone effects).
Safety & Purity: Raw, unprocessed Shilajit can contain heavy metals and fungus. ALWAYS buy purified Shilajit (tested for heavy metals and fulvic acid content). Do not take if you have an allergy to bees or honey (some processing involves bee products).
Scientific References
- [1]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3823364/ (Effect on Physical Performance)
- [2]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5060599/ (Effect on Testosterone Levels)
- [3]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19781622/ (Antioxidant Properties)