Black and gold shilajit are among the many products circulating the natural health market, leaving many consumers wondering what the difference is. NutroTonic, an expert in naturopathic products, shares its insights on the matter in its latest guide.
In response to growing interest in shilajit in North America, NutroTonic has published its latest guidance on the Ayurvedic resin in an effort to educate consumers. The guide explores aspects such as purity, factors that can help individuals differentiate between black and gold shilajit, and how to look for reputable suppliers.
Having been used as a natural remedy in Ayurvedic, Siddha, and other South Asian medical systems for centuries, shilajit has recently gained popularity in the West because of extensive research into its properties. NutroTonic, however, lamented that this growing interest has also resulted in concerns about safety, efficacy, and purity among buyers, something that it hopes to address in its article.
Shilajit occurs naturally in mountainous regions when microbes break down plant matter over hundreds of years, forming a resin-like substance that scientists have found to be rich in fulvic acid, minerals, and antioxidants. Traditionally, shilajit has been used to treat and prevent many conditions, and research is currently being conducted into its potential uses for neurodegenerative diseases, digestive health, musculoskeletal health, and other areas in medicine.
According to NutroTonic’s guide, shilajit sourced from high altitudes is typically purer, as there is less contamination at these elevations; the cleanest sources are often found in the Himalayas at 17,000 feet above sea level.
While both black and gold shilajit can originate from such locations, NutroTonic notes that the key difference between the two products is that black shilajit is less processed, sports higher fulvic acid content, and has no additional ingredients, while gold shilajit often contains Ayurvedic herbs such as ashwagandha and safed musli.
Although black shilajit is considered purer in natural composition than gold shilajit, NutroTonic’s guide says that overall product purity will depend on a combination of harvesting, processing, and lab testing. It explained that ethically sourced and sustainably harvested shilajit that has been filtered extensively and processed via chemical-free methods will always be cleaner than other variants, regardless of whether it is black or gold.
NutroTonic is an expert on naturopathy, detoxification regimes, and sports nutrition. The company keeps itself informed on the latest research into shilajit and other natural health products, allowing it to provide health-conscious consumers with resources that can help guide their wellness routines.
Interested parties can learn more by visiting https://nutrotonic.com/.
