Shilajit
Herbomineral resin
Formed by mountains, over centuries, not seasons.
Shilajit isn't grown or harvested in the usual sense — it seeps from rock at high altitude, the slow result of plant matter compressed and broken down over hundreds of years.
It's found in the Himalayas and other high-altitude ranges including the Altai and Caucasus mountains, typically as a blackish-brown exudate on rock walls between 1,000 and 5,000 meters.
In Ayurveda, it's classified as a Rasayana — the same rejuvenative category as ashwagandha — and is referenced in the Charaka Samhita as an early rejuvenating substance.
A resin reserved for the highest tier of Ayurvedic tonics.
Shilajit is traditionally used in Ayurveda to support vitality, stamina, and healthy aging as part of a daily practice, typically taken in the morning.
This reflects historical classification and use, not a claim about individual outcomes.
How it has been, and is, prepared.
Traditional: Purified resin dissolved in warm milk or water.
Modern: Purified resin, capsules, or tablets.
Dosing varies widely by preparation, concentration, and individual factors. This page does not recommend a dose — follow product labeling and a healthcare provider's guidance.
Read this before you begin.
Quality varies significantly by source. Unpurified shilajit can carry heavy metals or contaminants, so only products verified as purified and third-party tested should be considered.
Given its natural mineral content, those with hemochromatosis (iron overload) or other mineral-sensitive conditions, or who are pregnant or nursing, should consult a healthcare provider before use.
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Common questions on shilajit.
What does ‘shilajit’ mean?
It's often translated from Sanskrit as roughly ‘conqueror of mountains.’
Is all shilajit the same quality?
No — purity and mineral composition vary widely by source and processing, which is why third-party testing matters.
Is shilajit a plant?
No — it's a mineral-organic resin, not a single botanical species.