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Shilajit literally means “winner of Rocks”. It is also interpreted as the “Destroyer of Weakness and the Builder of Strength” . Shilajit, the miracle of Himalayas, is found in the pristine mountains of Nepal. In the summer months baking under the hot sun, the mineral pitch oozes from cracks and fissures of the rocky landscape as Shilajit. Shilijit has been used as a powerful rejuvenative tonic in Ayurveda. In Charaka(**0 BC) and Susruta Samhita (**0 AD). It has been described as a panacea as well as RASAYANA (rejuvenative) which can cure all ailments and prolongs the life.

Shilajit is mainly collected from serene surroundings of the Western mountains of Nepal at altitudes between ********0 m. It has also been extracted from similar mountain ranges found in Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, Pakistan, Tibet and Norway at altitudes between ***0 and ***0 m(Tien-Shan, Ural). However, Shilajit found in Nepal is considered as the best and also acquired good reputation in international market for its potency and purity. The shilajit engorged pristine mountains in Nepal is also acclaimed for a superfluity of highly potential medicinal herbs.

Ancient Ayurveda Archaryas(sage) Charak and Susruta have characteristically differentiated Shilajit into Four and Six types respectively in accordance with their origins, colors, tastes and properties. Although they unanimously cleared out that Shilajit having the color of Laccifer lacca (dark red or blackish brown) and smell just like that of Cow’s urine with salty and bitter taste has the best medicinal properties. As physical and medicinal properties also depend in altitude, humidity, weather conditions and on the region from which it is extracted, modern researchers claim that Shilajit found in Nepal’s untouched mountains has the most excellent and beneficial qualities.Shilajit has beneficial effects in enhancing vigor and vitality.

The active constituent, Fulvic acid acts as carrier molecule to the bioactive substances during their systemic transport. Moreover, the trace elements like iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous and zinc contribute the body for healthful condition. In general, shilajit helps to correct the general debility accelerating the processes of protein and nucleic acid metabolism and stimulating energy providing reactions by proper utilization of food. It is also added up with immunomodulator property which engulfs the foreign invaders and helps to get rid of chronic gastrointestinal diseases and their bad consequence, the malnutrition . Even taking it in disease free condition, replenishing the body with lost energy, mineral and vitamins, shilajit, the miraculous gift of nature, rejuvenates the body and helps to prolong the life. Shilajit is the best natural aphrodisiac. It has the capacity to increase sexual power in men. In Ayurveda, Shilajit is prescribed as a medicine for common sexual problems like loss of libido, erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Shilajit has the spermatogenic effect which triggers the production of sperm cells and corrects the oligospermia.
 

Triphala is an Ayurvedic herbal rasayana churna consisting of equal parts of three myrobalans, taken without seed: Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), and Haritaki(Terminalia chebula).

Triphala churna is a mild laxative, which cleanses and tonifies the gastro-intestinal tract. It is made from the three most important herbs in Ayurveda: Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), and Vibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica). Triphala is known as a cleaning agent, including a blood cleanser. The herb also has a high nutritional value, including high levels of vitamin C. Because of its high vitamin content, Triphala is often used as a food supplement like vitamins are in Western countries. In fact, the benefits of this herb are so well known that a well known Indian saying goes like this: "You do not have a mother? Don't worry, as long as you have Triphala in your life!". In recent years, a number of research studies have found new uses for this herb, including treatment for various forms of cancer. It is also found to have high antioxidant qualities, and is even useful for treatment against noise and stress induced conditions.

Benefits of Triphala Churna

Amalaki or Amla (Emblica Officinalis)

• Is a fruit rich in vitamin C that builds immunity and an effective antioxidant that removes harmful toxins from the body.
• Amla helps to strengthen and nourish the lungs and the respiratory tract by removing mucus
• Vitamin C in Amla helps to maintain good reproductive health in both males and females, in whom it further helps to regulate menstrual cycles.
• Amla induces iron that aids blood circulation and maintains proper functioning of the heart.
• Its detox function helps in the formation of fresh tissues leading to a glowing skin.

Vibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica)

• Vibhitaki acts as a blood purifier and curbs haemorrhage
• It is an internal cleanser removing harmful toxins and excess fats out of the body
• Its anti-viral and anti-bacterial abilities nurtures voice quality and improves eyesight
• Hair roots are strengthened and it enriches hair colour.

Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula)

• Haritaki has five rasas, or tastes, being sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent
• It stimulates the functioning of the digestive system and sensory organs
• It is an effective in combating piles, anaemia, gastro-intestinal problems and gall stones

Precautions: Not recommended for acute diarrhea or during pregnancy. Very underweight persons should avoid using this product as it will decrease weight.

Instructions: Recommended dosage is 1 teaspoon. If you wish to take more you should gradually increase it. Place one rounded tablespoon for purging effect or one level teaspoon for mild cleansing into one cup of water or fruit juice and let it sit overnight or at least 2 hours. Triphala has a strong taste, so it is easier if you drink it with juice or even better is to place some honey on the tongue before swallowing each gulp. About *5 min. later if you are doing purging or break fasting drink one liter of slightly salty, warm water. This will flush through the intestines and help remove what the Triphala has loosened from the intestinal walls. There should be many evacuations shortly after. If nothing happens, it means you are very clogged up with toxins so you may need to increase the dosage.

If the Triphala makes you feel like vomiting you should drink extra water and induce vomiting with your fingers. Nausea is an indication that there is accumulated phlegm or undigested food held up in the stomach which the Triphala has stirred up. By removing this through vomiting you can cure digestive problems as well as strengthen the digestion. Triphala is also available in pill form from your local health food store however the powdered tea is much more effective. Purging should be done in the morning, the teaspoon dosage can be taken just before bedtime to help regulate morning bowel movements and mildly cleanse the intestines.