This was the first scientific study to look at whether shilajit could help protect ovaries from radiation damage, using rats as a model system.

Scientific Claim

This study represents the first reported investigation evaluating the effects of shilajit on radiation-related ovarian damage prevention in an animal model.

Source Excerpt

“This is the first reported study evaluating the effects of shilajit on radiation-related ovarian damage prevention.”

Evidence from Studies

Supporting Studies

Evaluation of preventive effect of shilajit on radiation-induced apoptosis on ovaries

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11%

Evidence Assessment

Supported

The study authors explicitly state this was the first investigation of shilajit's effects on radiation-induced ovarian damage, establishing the novelty of their research approach.

Source Study

Evaluation of preventive effect of shilajit on radiation-induced apoptosis on ovaries

Score: 11

DOI: 10.1007/s00404-015-3924-6

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