Description: Shilajit (Śilājatu; शिलाजतु) is a rare, resinous exudate formed over millennia through the slow decomposition of plant matter and microbial life within high mountain rock strata. Treasured in Ayurvedic
medicine for over 3,000 years, it is revered as a Rasāyana—a class of rejuvenative tonics that restore deep vitality and promote long life.*
Naturally rich in more than 85 ionic minerals, Shilajit is particularly valued for its content of Fulvic and Humic Acids, which enhance nutrient absorption, cellular energy production, and detoxification pathways.
By nourishing rasa (the plasma or first tissue layer in Āyurveda), Shilajit supports the integrity of all downstream tissues—restoring balance, supporting resilience, and helping the body adapt to both internal and
environmental stress.
Scientific Insights: Contemporary research supports many of Shilajit’s traditional applications. Studies suggest that Shilajit may:
- Support healthy testosterone levels and enhance male reproductive parameters through adaptive modulation of the hypothalamus–pituitary–gonadal (HPG) axis.*
- Improve cognitive function by reducing tau protein aggregation, increasing cerebral circulation, and modulating inflammation in neural tissues.*
- Enhance mitochondrial function and ATP production, directly contributing to improved energy metabolism and physical endurance.*
- Support antioxidant activity and cellular defense through its Fulvic Acid and polyphenolic constituents, helping to neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.*
These physiological effects align closely with Shilajit’s traditional use as a multi-system adaptogen and Rasāyana—offering protection, restoration, and a steady foundation for long-term vitality.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Ayurvedic practice, Shilajit is described as yogavāhi—a substance that enhances the potency and delivery of other herbs while also acting on its own as a primary tonic for longevity
and rejuvenation.*
It is said to:
- Pacify all three doṣas (Vāta, Pitta, and Kapha)
- Nourish śukra dhātu (reproductive essence)
- Enhance ojas, the subtle substance that supports immunity, clarity, and life span*
- Support agni, the digestive fire, without provoking excess heat
Its use is also echoed in Tibetan, Unānī, and folk traditions across Central Asia, where it is prescribed for exhaustion, altitude sickness, neurodegeneration, and sexual vitality.*
Macro and Trace Mineral Composition: Shilajit is a naturally occurring complex of ionic minerals, Fulvic compounds, organic acids, and biological co-factors. Its bioavailability is enhanced by its Fulvic Acid content,
which chelates and transports minerals into deep tissue.* Key minerals include:
Macro and Essential Minerals:
- Calcium (Ca) – Bone formation, vascular tone, nerve conduction
- Magnesium (Mg) – Energy production, glucose metabolism, neuromuscular function
- Phosphorus (P) – Structural component of DNA, ATP, and cellular membranes
- Iron (Fe) – Oxygen transport, red blood cell formation
- Zinc (Zn) – Hormonal health, tissue repair, immune regulation
- Potassium (K) – Electrolyte balance, cardiovascular rhythm
Trace Minerals and Co-Factors:
- Selenium (Se) – Thyroid support, antioxidant enzyme activation
- Copper (Cu) – Collagen synthesis, mitochondrial function
- Manganese (Mn) – Bone growth, free radical defense
- Molybdenum (Mo) – Sulfite detoxification, enzymatic metabolism
- Boron (B) – Bone density, hormone co-regulation
- Barium (Ba) – Present in trace quantities; role in humans not fully established*
Sourcing: Our Shilajit is ethically and sustainably wild-harvested from remote, high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, where it naturally exudes from rock fissures during specific seasonal windows.
Parts Used: Mineral-rich exudate (collected from high-altitude rock formations).
Role in Formula: As the sole ingredient, Shilajit provides a concentrated, full-spectrum source of adaptogenic minerals, Fulvic Acid, and biological co-factors that support vitality, hormonal balance, and systemic
resilience.*