Scientific research has identified micro minerals, trace elements and organic humic/fulvic acids in shilajit as well as antioxidant properties. These elements validate the health supporting characteristics long ascribed to shilajit by Ayurveda. Essential minerals and trace elements are well established as vital to many different functions and processes in the body. Fulvic and humic acids have more recently been discovered to enhance bioavailability of nutrients.

Many millions of years ago, plants and organic matter were trapped by layers of rock in mountainous regions of India, Tibet and Altai. The pressure from the weight of the mountains and the extreme temperature changes causes the plants to be transformed into a rich mineral mass that flows out of the rocks. This is Shilajit. This process takes many millions of years to produce the rich resinous substance. We like to think of it as the diamond of the herbal universe.

In the summer months Shilajit can be seen glistening on the surface of the steep rocky cliffs. For millennia, the mountain peoples of the Altai have carefully hand collected this very special gift of nature. It is then purified according to traditional methods using only spring water to produce the ultra pure Authentic Shilajit. We never use any solvent extraction, standardization, commercial processing or adulteration.

 There are several purification techniques, but the traditional technique produces the purest resin. The rocks containing Shilajit are broken up and then soaked in pure mountain spring water. Shilajit, which is water soluble, dissolves into the water and then the sediment is filtered out. The liquid is then put out in the sun to evaporate the water content. This process is repeated 7 times until the Shilajit is ultra pure. In the final process the Shilajit is heated to remove any remaining moisture and destroy any possible microbes and spores that may be present. Minerals and fulvic acids are not affected by heat. As pure Shilajit is millions of years old there are no valuable nutrients or enzymes to be “killed off”.

*Beware of Shilajit brands that claim their products to be raw. Raw Shilajit may contain microbes and spores that can be dangerous.

Pure Altai Shilajit tests all purified Shilajit at a third party, ILAC MRA, UKAS Registered Laboratory for safety and purity. Links to our most recent tests can be viewed in the Lab Test Results Tab.

A great many health issues can be traced to mineral or nutrient deficiencies. Intensive chemical farming (through pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, etc) and irrigation have removed natural minerals and beneficial microbes from our agricultural land and the plants that grow on it. Shilajit contains many of the vital minerals and trace elements needed for energy reactions in our cells and high percentages of fulvic acid to help transport these mineral molecules deep into the body. The minerals in Shilajit are in ionic form, which means that the body can more easily absorb and move them to areas where they are needed.

 In Ayurveda, gold grade Shilajit is believed to be a rasayana or rejuvenation substance. Shilajit is said to have the unique ability to bring the essence of any tissue system (dhatu). For example, the essence of muscle (mamsa) is to give shape, the essence of blood (rakta) is to bring life, and the essence of the marrow/nervous system (maja) is to bestow knowledge.

Shilajit’s uses in Ayurveda are legendary. It is also commonly used for a myriad of supportive measures including increased energy, mental clarity and muscle recovery. It is famous in India for its support of a healthy reproductive system in both men and women.

To consume, simply dissolve Shilajit in hot, non chlorinated water, tea or warm milk and drink. Alternatively one can dissolve it under the tongue or simply swallow a portion with water if the taste is too unpleasant. We recommend starting with a rice grain to pea sized portion, one to three times a day for general well being. Amount can be increased for greater energy and effect. *Traditional Ayurvedic instructions recommend that Shilajit be dissolved in hot organic milk or taken with ghee (clarified butter) or raw, unpasteurized honey to increase delivery to the body. If one is a vegan, one may substitute the previously mentioned products with sesame oil or coconut oil. Follow with a cup of hot water. If one has a Pitta constitution ghee is recommended, for Vata sesame oil, and for Kapha honey is best.

Many people report experiencing benefits within 10 days. For maximum benefits, we recommend taking one to three portions of Shilajit per day over a 6-8 week period.

 Results can vary. Many of our customers tell us they realize benefits within one to two weeks. Many others report feeling a difference immediately. Still others say that it calms them and promotes sleep. Shilajit is an adaptive substance and, depending on the individual, benefits can be very different and wide ranging.

Absolutely- Shilajit has been used for centuries in Ayurveda for its benefits. Our product is naturally purified with filtered spring water and then laboratory tested for safety and purity.

The standard supplement disclaimer applies: If you are pregnant or lactating or under a doctor's care for any health condition you should consult with your physician before taking this or any other supplement.

Shilajit is a very potent and powerful substance. Therefore we do not recommend giving it to children.

Pure Shilajit becomes very hard when cool and soft and gooey when warm. This unique quality of changing consistency in concert with ambient temperature is only found with 100% pure and genuine Shilajit and is an important indication of authenticity. If your Shilajit is hard, please put your container in your pocket and your own body heat should be enough to soften it after 5-10 minutes.

56.3% as shown in the lab test results certificates.