Mineral

Shilajit

Mineral-rich mountain resin

A sticky, mineral-rich resin that seeps from rocks in high mountain ranges, used in Ayurvedic tradition for centuries.

Evidence
C One small, industry-funded trial; little other human research
Studied for
Energy, stamina and testosterone levels

What studies found

One small, industry-funded 90-day trial in men aged 45 to 55 reported higher testosterone levels. That isn't enough to say shilajit does this reliably. Beyond that trial, human research is limited to small studies.

How much is in our products

ProductAmount
Shilajit Gummies 300 mg of a 10:1 extract (3,000 mg equivalent) per 2-gummy serving

In studies: 250 mg of a purified extract twice a day for 90 days in men aged 45 to 55.

Our 300 mg of 10:1 extract is less than the 500 mg a day of purified extract used in the one trial.

Who should take care

Raw or poorly processed shilajit can contain heavy metals; one study found lead, mercury or arsenic in about 1 in 5 Ayurvedic products sold online. There isn't enough research for pregnancy or breastfeeding, and the gummies are for adults only. Ask first if you have a hormone-sensitive condition or take any medicines.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement if you take any medicine, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a health condition.

Read more in our guides

Sources

  1. Pandit S, et al. 2016. Clinical evaluation of purified Shilajit on testosterone levels in healthy volunteers

This page is for general education and isn't medical advice. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.