Shilajit
Asphaltum (mineral pitch)
A mineral-rich Himalayan 'rock exudate' (fulvic acid) used as a rejuvenating tonic for energy and vitality.
Traditional use (ayurveda): A mineral-rich Himalayan 'rock exudate' (fulvic acid) used as a rejuvenating tonic for energy and vitality.
A mineral-rich Himalayan 'rock exudate' (fulvic acid) used as a rejuvenating tonic for energy and vitality.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A mineral-rich Himalayan 'rock exudate' (fulvic acid) used as a rejuvenating tonic for energy and vitality.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Raw/unpurified shilajit can contain heavy metals — buy only purified, tested product.
- Unpurified product
- Hemochromatosis (iron overload)
Raw/unpurified shilajit can contain heavy metals — buy only purified, tested product.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.