Shilajit, also known as salajit, shilajatu, mimie, or mummiyo is a black powder that excudes from rocks in high mountain regions. A number of organic substances in shilajit have been identified including the compound called fulvic acid, which may give shilajit some of its properties. In addition, a number of minerals including selenium have been identified in the shilajit. Another possible source of the physiological effects of shilajit are a group of compounds called the dibenzo α-pyrones. Four main physiological effects of shilajit have been identified including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, memory enhancing and anti-aggregation of tau proteins. These effects provide protection from general aging and from dententia and neuronal damage. The ability of shilajit to enhance neuronal activity has been evidenced in studies where cognitive effects were observed. However, it is not clear how shilajit works on a cellular level and so more research is needed in this area.
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