Salajeet
Salajeet **Salajeet**, also known as *Shilajit*, is a sticky, tar-like resin that oozes from the cracks of rocks in high-altitude mountainous regions, particularly in the Himalayas, Gilgit-Baltistan, and parts of Central Asia. It is formed over centuries from the decomposition of plant material and organic matter under the pressure of the earth’s tectonic shifts. ### Key Characteristics: - **Appearance**: Salajeet is typically dark brown or black in color and has a thick, tar-like consistency. When processed properly, it can be found in the form of a paste, powder, or capsules. - **Composition**: It contains minerals like fulvic acid, humic acid, and trace elements like iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium, as well as various bioactive compounds that are believed to offer health benefits. ### Health Benefits: Salajeet has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, especially in Ayurveda and Unani systems, for its purported therapeutic properties. Some of the potenti...