Evidence supporting the use of: Shilajit
For the health condition: Muscle Tone (lack of)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Shilajit has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for a variety of health concerns, including general physical weakness, fatigue, and to enhance vigor and vitality. In classical Ayurvedic texts, Shilajit is described as a "rasayana" (rejuvenator) and is believed to support overall strength and stamina. This has led to its use for conditions involving muscle weakness or lack of muscle tone, though the descriptions are not always directly analogous to the modern concept of "muscle tone".

From a scientific standpoint, there is limited direct clinical evidence supporting Shilajit specifically for improving muscle tone in humans. Some animal studies and small human trials suggest that Shilajit may improve physical performance, muscle strength, and recovery, possibly due to its antioxidant properties, fulvic acid content, and support of mitochondrial function. However, these studies are generally small, preliminary, and do not focus specifically on muscle tone in clinical populations with hypotonia or related disorders.

Overall, the primary justification for using Shilajit to support or treat lack of muscle tone comes from its long-standing traditional use in Ayurveda for enhancing strength and vitality, rather than from robust scientific validation.

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