When to take it
In the morning with a warm drink or with food.
← All supplements
Adaptogens & herbsWeak evidence
Shilajit
Also known as: mumijo, mineral pitch
Shilajit is a resin-like substance from mountain rocks, rich in fulvic acid and minerals, used in Ayurveda. Modern studies are small and few.
What it is used for
- Energy and fatigue – weak evidence
- Testosterone and male fertility – weak evidence
- Recovery – weak evidence
Forms and how they differ
purified resin
traditional form, dissolves in warm water
powder and capsules (mumijo)
more convenient; quality varies widely
standardised extract
with stated fulvic acid content and heavy-metal testing
Pairs well with
Works well with a balanced diet and exercise.
Do not combine / separate
Do not combine with iron supplements without consulting your doctor.
Watch out for
Not suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for children. If you have haemochromatosis, gout, liver or kidney disease, heart disease or take medicines, consult your doctor.
Safety
Unpurified shilajit may contain heavy metals and moulds – buy only purified, tested products. Do not exceed the label dose.
Practical tip
Ask for a certificate of analysis for heavy metals – it matters more here than for most supplements.
Products containing Shilajit 7
Shilajit resin extractresin extract
Shilajit + Ashwagandhaextract
Shilajit 500 mgstandardized extract · 500 mg / capsule
Shilajit + Manuka honeyliquid
Shilajit powderpowder
Shilajitresin
Ginseng + Shilajitextract
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence
Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.
Combination check
Select the supplements you take and, if relevant, your medicines. We show what interferes, what needs a time gap and what to watch out for.
Check Shilajit with othersWhich supplements do you actually need?
Fénix Methode picks them from your blood results and schedules when to take what – no needless purchases.
From the same group
Adaptogen complexWeak evidenceAshwagandhaModerate evidenceAstragalusWeak evidenceBacopaModerate evidenceChagaNo evidenceCordycepsWeak evidence
Important notice
This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.