In total, up to 85 different minerals in the ionic form are found inside.
The types of shilajit, regardless of the origin are mostly identical in terms of composition. These are all in the same mountainous region of the world. According to the scientific analysis of shilajit found in the mountains after the fulvic acid content which is up to 70%, the next largest component is mineral matter (20-40%) and trace elements (5%). Breaking down those categories further, here is the list of minerals and substances identified:
- albuminoids
- benzoic acid
- calcium
- chloride
- iodine
- iron
- glycosides
- gums
- phosphorous
- potassium
- nitrogen
- resin
- silica
- magnesium
- sulfur
- tannic acid
- vegetable matter
- water
In addition to the minerals listed above, dozens of trace minerals are present, including many of which are essential to human health.
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