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Testosterone & Hormones
- 2016, Andrologia (Pandit et al.): 96 men aged 45–55 took 250 mg purified shilajit twice daily for 90 days. Those on shilajit saw:
- ↑20.5% total testosterone
- ↑19.1% free testosterone
- ↑23.5% DHEAS
Cognitive Protection
2012, Int. J. Alzheimer’s Disease (Carrasco‑Gallardo et al.): In vitro studies showed fulvic acid from shilajit inhibited tau aggregation (a key Alzheimer’s marker) and promoted nutrient transport across the blood–brain barrier
Energy & Mitochondrial Health
2012, J. Ethnopharmacology (animal model): Rats given 100 mg/kg daily for 15 days had increased mitochondrial CoQ10, improved respiration, and elevated ATP production
Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant
2010, Phytotherapy Research: In vitro assays showed shilajit effectively scavenged ROS, lipid peroxides, and superoxide radicals—indicating robust antioxidant action
Thyroid Health & Metabolism
- Sea Moss and Bladderwrack are rich in iodine—a crucial trace element. Burdock root serves as a traditional prebiotic and detoxifier. This blend:
- Supports thyroid hormone synthesis
- Promotes gut microbiome balance
- Enhances detox pathways
Immune & Skin Support - Bladderwrack contains high levels of antioxidants and iodine, which:
- Support immune surveillance and anti-inflammatory responses
- Aid skin health via sulfur-rich collagen precursors
Strength & Endurance
- 2023 RCT (F1000Research, shared on Reddit): 80 adults took 300 mg ashwagandha root (≥5% withanolides), twice daily, versus placebo, alongside resistance training for 8 weeks:
- Significant increases (compared to placebo) in:
- Chest press strength (p=0.008–0.0005)
- Leg press strength (p=0.0049–0.018)
- Endurance (p < 0.0001)
- Muscle girth in arms, chest, and thighs
Stress & Cortisol (Literature)Other RCTs (not shown here) demonstrate cortisol reductions of 27–30% with 300–600 mg daily doses.
Bioavailability
Athletic Endurance (10 km cycling/trials)
- 2012, Int. J. Sport Nutr Exerc Metab:
- 12 male cyclists consumed 140 mL (~8 mmol nitrate) daily for 6 days in a crossover design.
- Results: 1.3% faster 10 km time (965 s → 953 s) and ↑6 W average power; VO₂ dropped at submaximal levels
- 2019, Nitric Oxide Journal:
- 12 well-trained cyclists used 12.4 mmol/day for 7 days.
- Outcome: 1.6% faster time-trial; significant VO₂ and ventilation improvements
- 2019 Triathletes RCT:
- 80 winter triathletes (44 M, 36 F); 6.5 mmol nitrate per 70 mL, taken three times daily for 7 days.
- Findings: improved running economy, respiratory exchange, and prolonged time-to-exhaustion on cycling tests
Blood Pressure & Heart Health
- 2016, HFpEF patients: Low-dose beetroot juice (6.1 mmol/day) for 7 days improved peak endurance by ≈24% and lowered resting systolic BP
Cognitive & Anti-inflammatory
- Nitrate-derived nitric oxide may increase brain blood flow, support memory, reduce inflammation via antioxidant betalains .
Cognitive Performance (Controlled RCT)
- 2023 crossover RCT (n=123, 5 g/day, 6 weeks) assessed:
- Raven’s matrices (fluid intelligence)
- Backward Digit Span (working memory)
- Result: Bayesian evidence suggests a small improvement, especially in digit span (p=0.064)
- 2020 cross-over RCT (vegetarians only, n=45, 5 g/day × 6 weeks):
- Significant gains vs placebo in:
- Backward digit span
- Raven’s IQ test (p<0.0001)
Physical & Muscle Health - Over 500 studies support:
- +5–15% strength gains
- Higher lean mass
- Better recovery through increased phosphocreatine stores
Aging & Brain Reserve
Creatine supports brain energy buffering and may help with muscle/bone retention in aging populations
SHILAJIT STUDIES
Shilajit Increases Testosterone in Healthy Volunteers
A double-blind, placebo-controlled study on 96 healthy men aged 45–55 found that 250 mg of purified Shilajit taken twice daily for 90 days significantly increased total testosterone (by 20.45%), free testosterone (19.14%), and DHEA.
Cognitive Benefits of Shilajit for Neurodegeneration
This review outlines Shilajit's potential as a natural nootropic. It highlights fulvic acid’s role in preventing tau protein aggregation—relevant in Alzheimer’s disease.
Shilajit Supports Mitochondrial Energy Production
Found that Shilajit significantly enhances mitochondrial function, ATP production, and cellular energy metabolism — key for athletic performance and recovery.
ASHWAGHANDA STUDIES
Ashwagandha Boosts Strength and Muscle Recovery
In a double-blind study of 57 men in resistance training, 600 mg of Ashwagandha daily for 8 weeks led to a +138% increase in bench press, muscle size, and testosterone compared to placebo.
Ashwagandha Enhances VO₂ Max in Elite Cyclists
A clinical study on 50 healthy athletes showed that Ashwagandha supplementation improved aerobic capacity, oxygen usage, and endurance within 8 weeks.
Black Pepper Enhances Herbal Absorption
Piperine (from black pepper) improves bioavailability of Ashwagandha and other herbs by inhibiting enzymes that metabolize nutrients too quickly.
IRISH SEA MOSS STUDIES
Seaweed as a Functional Food for Thyroid & Gut Health
This study highlights the high iodine content in red and brown seaweeds like Irish Sea Moss, which support thyroid hormone production and gut microbiota.
Burdock Root Acts as a Prebiotic
Found that inulin in burdock root stimulates healthy gut bacteria, improves digestion, and enhances nutrient absorption.
Consumer Satisfaction Survey
95% of participants reported visible improvement in skin texture and tone after 8 weeks of consistent use.
ORGANIC BEETROOT STUDIES
Beetroot Increases Exercise Endurance
In this clinical trial, beetroot juice supplementation reduced oxygen cost and increased time to exhaustion by 15% in trained cyclists.
Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Enhances Sprint Recovery
Team sport athletes consuming beetroot juice performed better in repeated sprint efforts and showed improved blood flow
Beetroot Improves Muscle Power in Older Adults
A double-blind trial found that acute beetroot supplementation increased peak knee extensor power by 11% in subjects over 65.
CREATINE MONOHYDRATE STUDIES
Creatine for Cognitive Health: Systematic Review
A meta-analysis of 12 human trials found that creatine improved memory, attention, and processing speed, especially under stress.
Creatine Supplementation in Aging Adults
Showed that creatine increases strength and lean muscle mass in people over 60, supporting healthy aging.
Creatine Improves Short-Term Memory & Reasoning
Young adults supplementing with 5g of creatine daily showed significantly improved performance on intelligence and working memory tasks.