Ingredient glossary
EndocrineNeurologicalDetoxification
Shilajit
Asphaltum punjabianum
Also known as: Mineral Pitch, Mumijo, Black Asphaltum
Overview
A mineral-rich resin from Himalayan rock formations containing 85+ minerals and fulvic acid. A double-blind RCT confirmed testosterone restoration and mitochondrial energy enhancement at 90 days.
Proposed mechanism
Fulvic acid chelates heavy metals and enhances mineral transport across cell membranes. Dibenzo-alpha-pyrones enhance mitochondrial CoQ10 function and ATP synthesis. Upregulates steroidogenic enzymes.
Mechanisms describe how researchers think a compound may act, often from laboratory work — a proposed mechanism is not proof of a clinical effect in people.
Traditional & studied uses
Energy & MitochondriaHormone ModulationDetoxificationNeuro-regeneration
Related pathways
Heavy Metal Exposure
Endocrine Disruption
Chronic Stress Physiology
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Traditional medicine systems
Ayurvedic Medicine