SHILAJIT: A COMPREHENSIVE SCIENTIFIC REVIEW OF ITS NATURE, HEALTH BENEFITS, CHEMISTRY, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS
Dr. Prathvi Shetty, Dr. Keerthi P. , M. R. Shetty, Kumaraguru Kasinathan* and Nisarga G. C.
ABSTRACT
Shilajit, a complex biogeological substance formed over centuries from plant and microbial matter, has gained significant attention in modern nutraceutical research. This comprehensive review examines its geological origins, identification methods, multifaceted health benefits (particularly for cognitive, immune, and gastrointestinal systems), chemical constituents including bioactive dibenzo-α-pyrones and potentially concerning N-nitrosamines, and future research directions. As global interest in traditional medicine compounds grows, understanding Shilajit’s scientific foundations becomes increasingly important for harnessing its therapeutic potential while ensuring safety and standardization.
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