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Impact of Shilajit on Men's Health

phillyharper avatar phillyharper • 2 weeks ago • Public Case

This research investigates the relationship between shilajit and men's health, focusing on various physiological and psychological aspects. The study aims to explore how shilajit, a mineral-rich substance traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, influences factors such as physical performance, hormonal balance, cognitive function, and overall vitality in men. Key areas of interest include the interaction of shilajit with testosterone levels, its potential effects on muscle strength and endurance, and its role in enhancing mental acuity and stress resilience. The research will consider various age groups and health conditions to provide a comprehensive understanding of shilajit's impact. This investigation will also analyze shilajit's bioactive components, such as fulvic acid, and their mechanisms of action within the male body. The goal is to determine the potential health benefits and any associated risks, contributing to broader discussions on natural supplements in men's health management.

Supporting Evidence

2 studies
Academic Study

Clinical evaluation of purified Shilajit on testosterone levels in healthy volunteers

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1111/and.12482
Key Findings

Analysis

  • Quote: "Purified Shilajit significantly increased total testosterone levels in healthy volunteers."

    • Relevance: Directly aligns with the research brief's focus on shilajit's interaction with testosterone levels in men.
    • Evidence strength: Strong
    • Missing information: Effects on cognitive function, muscle strength, mental acuity, stress resilience, different age groups and health conditions.

  • Quote: "Study participants reported improved energy and endurance."

    • Relevance: Addresses the research brief's interest in shilajit's potential effects on physical performance and overall vitality.
    • Evidence strength: Moderate
    • Missing information: Detailed measurements of muscle strength, specific endurance metrics, cognitive function, and psychological aspects.

  • Quote: "Shilajit contains bioactive components such as fulvic acid."

    • Relevance: Supports the brief's aim to analyze bioactive components and their mechanisms of action.
    • Evidence strength: Moderate
    • Missing information: Detailed mechanism of action, effects in different health conditions, and comprehensive safety profile.

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  1. "Shilajit testosterone effects clinical trials"
  2. "Shilajit impact on cognitive function and stress resilience"
  3. "Mechanisms of shilajit bioactive components in men's health"

Conflicts of Interest

  • No conflicts of interest are mentioned in the provided text. If the study appears large or expensive, the lack of funding details or conflict of interest disclosures could be a concern.
Academic Study

The effects of Shilajit supplementation on fatigue-induced decreases in muscular strength and serum hydroxyproline levels

https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/track/pdf/10.1186/s12970-019-0270-2
Key Findings

Analysis

  • Quote: "Shilajit supplementation mitigates fatigue-induced decreases in muscular strength."

    • Relevance: Directly addresses the research brief's interest in muscle strength and endurance.
    • Evidence strength: Moderate
    • Missing Information: Details on the study's methodology, participant demographics, and comparison with other supplements.

  • Quote: "Serum hydroxyproline levels were stabilized with shilajit, indicating potential for connective tissue support."

    • Relevance: Connects to overall vitality and possibly hormonal balance through tissue support.
    • Evidence strength: Moderate
    • Missing Information: Specific effects on testosterone levels, mental acuity, stress resilience, and broader physiological implications.

Suggested Search Queries

  1. "Shilajit testosterone interaction clinical trials"
  2. "Cognitive function enhancement with shilajit supplementation"
  3. "Fulvic acid mechanisms in men's health"

Conflicts of Interest

  • The absence of disclosed conflicts of interest might be a concern given the potential scale and expense of the study.

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