Shilajit
Other ·Exploratory record · not publication-reviewed ·Updated July 13, 2026
Ancient Himalayan mineral resin containing fulvic acid and 80+ trace minerals.
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What the research says.
A quick, data-only summary. The full evidence, dosing, and sources are below.
Shilajit is an other most often used for energy, testosterone support, mitochondrial function. NutriStack rates the overall evidence as emerging. A typical adult dose is 300-500 mg daily, commonly taken as purified shilajit resin (primavie is well-studied). This profile indexes 15 sources.
The bottom line
Evidence rating emerging. Most-documented uses: energy, testosterone support, mitochondrial function. 15 sources indexed (2011–2026), with 0 interaction records on file.
How it works, mechanistically.
Core mechanism
Fulvic acid enhances mitochondrial electron transport chain efficiency and CoQ10 function. Contains dibenzo-alpha-pyrones that support ATP production. Enhances nutrient absorption.11,13
Dosing & protocol.
What it actually costs.
Real-world pricing across three quality tiers. Assumes Purified Shilajit Resin / PrimaVie.
Assumes 300-500 mg/day. Vendor basis: iHerb, Vitacost, Amazon marketplace, and specialty shilajit brands; PrimaVie and resin formats drive premium pricing. Updated 2026-05-28.
The same dose, as food.
How much you'd eat to match a supplemental dose.
Shilajit is a purified mineral pitch/resin, not a food source.
Full safety detail.
Sources, by evidence tier.
Numbered references. Citations throughout the page link here.
Randomized controlled trials
4- 1Shilajit extract reduces oxidative stress, inflammation, and bone loss to dose-dependently preserve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with osteopenia: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trialPMIDPingali U, Nutalapati C · Phytomedicine · 2022
Shilajit extract dose-dependently preserved bone mineral density, reduced oxidative stress markers and inflammatory cytokines in postmenopausal women with osteopenia compared to placebo.
- 2The effects of Shilajit supplementation on fatigue-induced decreases in muscular strength and serum hydroxyproline levelsPMIDKeller JL et al. · J Int Soc Sports Nutr · 2019
PrimaVie Shilajit at 500 mg/day for 8 weeks promoted retention of maximal muscular strength and favorable connective tissue adaptations.
- 3Skin Transcriptome of Middle-Aged Women Supplemented With Natural Herbo-mineral Shilajit Shows Induction of Microvascular and Extracellular Matrix MechanismsPMIDDas A, S El Masry M, Gnyawali SC et al. · Journal of the American College of Nutrition · 2019
Shilajit supplementation in middle-aged women induced skin transcriptomic changes associated with microvascular and extracellular matrix remodeling, suggesting anti-aging skin benefits.
- 4Clinical evaluation of purified Shilajit on testosterone levels in healthy volunteersPMIDPandit S et al. · Andrologia · 2016
250 mg twice daily for 90 days significantly increased total testosterone, free testosterone, and DHEAS compared with placebo in healthy men aged 45-55.
Reviews & position papers
8- 5Safety and Efficacy of TruBlk™ Shilajit Resin Supplementation on Physical Performance and Blood Biomarkers in Healthy Adults: A 28-Day Open-Label Pilot StudyPMIDYadav D, Mishra S, Shah KM et al. · Cureus · 2026
Yadav D, Mishra S, Shah KM et al.. Safety and Efficacy of TruBlk™ Shilajit Resin Supplementation on Physical Performance and Blood Biomarkers in Healthy Adults: A 28-Day Open-Label Pilot Study. Cureus. 2026
- 6A Comprehensive Review on Shilajit: What We Know about Its Chemical CompositionPMIDKamgar E, Kaykhaii M, Zembrzuska J · Critical reviews in analytical chemistry · 2025
Kamgar E, Kaykhaii M, Zembrzuska J. A Comprehensive Review on Shilajit: What We Know about Its Chemical Composition. Critical reviews in analytical chemistry. 2025
- 7Quantifying of thallium in Shilajit and its supplements to unveil the potential risk of consumption of this popular traditional medicinePMIDKamgar E, Zembrzuska J, Zembrzuski W et al. · BMC chemistry · 2025
Kamgar E, Zembrzuska J, Zembrzuski W et al.. Quantifying of thallium in Shilajit and its supplements to unveil the potential risk of consumption of this popular traditional medicine. BMC chemistry. 2025
- 8Screening and quantification of inorganic anions in Shilajit and its supplementsPMIDKamgar E, Zembrzuska J, Lorenc W et al. · BMC chemistry · 2025
Kamgar E, Zembrzuska J, Lorenc W et al.. Screening and quantification of inorganic anions in Shilajit and its supplements. BMC chemistry. 2025
- 9Hazardous or Advantageous: Uncovering the Roles of Heavy Metals and Humic Substances in Shilajit with Emphasis on Heavy Metals Toxicity and Their Detoxification MechanismsPMIDYin H et al. · Biol Trace Elem Res · 2024
Shilajit contains ~65 heavy metals including toxic ones; consumption without knowing permissible levels is not safe, though humic substances may chelate toxic metals.
- 10Safety and efficacy of shilajit (mumie, moomiyo)PMIDWilson E et al. · Phytother Res · 2013
Shilajit is a safe supplement exhibiting antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, and immunomodulatory properties based on animal and human data.
- 11Shilajit: a natural phytocomplex with potential procognitive activityPMIDCarrasco-Gallardo C et al. · Int J Alzheimers Dis · 2012
Fulvic acid blocks tau self-aggregation, opening an avenue toward Alzheimer's therapy; shilajit has procognitive properties.
- 12Review on shilajit used in traditional Indian medicinePMIDWilson E, Rajamanickam GV, Dubey GP et al. · Journal of ethnopharmacology · 2011
Wilson E, Rajamanickam GV, Dubey GP et al.. Review on shilajit used in traditional Indian medicine. Journal of ethnopharmacology. 2011
Mechanistic & preclinical
1- 13Shilajit attenuates behavioral symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome by modulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and mitochondrial bioenergetics in ratsPMIDSurapaneni DK et al. · J Ethnopharmacol · 2012
Shilajit prevented CFS-induced mitochondrial dysfunction by stabilizing complex enzyme activities and preventing loss of mitochondrial membrane potential.
Reference material
2- 14Martinez V, McAngus K, Dickerson BL et al.. Effects of 12 Weeks of Chromium, Phyllanthus emblica Fruit Extract, and Shilajit Supplementation on Markers of Cardiometabolic Health, Fitness, and Weight Loss in Men and Women with Risk Factors to Metabolic Syndrome Initiating an Exercise and Diet Intervention: A Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2025Source linkedPMID
- 15Neltner TJ, Sahoo PK, Smith RW et al.. Effects of 8 Weeks of Shilajit Supplementation on Serum Pro-c1α1, a Biomarker of Type 1 Collagen Synthesis: A Randomized Control Trial. Journal of dietary supplements. 2024Source linkedPMID
Common questions.
Quick answers about Shilajit, drawn from the data on this page.
What is Shilajit?
Ancient Himalayan mineral resin containing fulvic acid and 80+ trace minerals.
What is Shilajit used for?
Commonly cited benefits of Shilajit include: Energy; Testosterone support; Mitochondrial function; Nutrient absorption. NutriStack rates the overall evidence as emerging.
What is a typical dose of Shilajit?
A typical adult dose of Shilajit is 300-500 mg daily. The commonly recommended form is Purified shilajit resin (PrimaVie is well-studied). These are general ranges, not personalized advice; confirm the right dose with a clinician.
What are the side effects of Shilajit?
Reported side effects include gi upset, metallic taste, headache initially. This is educational information; check with a healthcare professional before use.
How strong is the evidence for Shilajit?
NutriStack rates this as Emerging, meaning early RCT signal, mechanistic data, or limited human evidence. Full tier criteria are at https://nutristackapp.com/methodology/evidence-tiers.
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