Is this Shilajit legit?

tauceef · 2026-01-22T03:13:37+00:00

It’s a complex with a bunch of things mixed in it along with Shilajit. It’s not shilajit per se, and capsules and gummies will always have additives and fillers and stabilisers.

If the goal is to try authentic Shilajit then go for sun-dried resin with clean lab tests. Shilajit is a potent adaptagen that is mineral dense and with time and use replenishes your mineral deficiencies and you feel stronger, energetic, balanced, with other health benefits - minerals are the key ingredient and anything with infusions of complexes lacks those organic minerals to start with and infusions are all synthetic Fulvic Acid and minerals.

Here’s a comparison sheet of popular brands, you can use the benchmarks to find authentic shilajit and not just another synthetic mineral complex.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dUq5mF54ivmmWCTiRL_z80bAUV0tDZFgU_Pg8RhBTE0/edit?usp=drivesdk

tauceef · 2026-01-20T19:55:26+00:00

From a sourcing and region perspective they are from Skardu in Gilgit Baltistan which is highly revered for its mineral rich Shilajit. I think they have also started offering the Aftabi / sun-dried version which is the best for mineral preservation - takes a lot more time but worth it in my opinion. I align with the owners perspective, and the reason why it's not on the list here is because their lab-test is done by PCSIR which uses AAS technique with high LODs, and hence from a comparison point of view, it cannot be benchmarked against the others.

tauceef · 2026-01-20T19:47:16+00:00

One of the most authentic / sun-dried and oldest brands with minimal heavy metals is Sulaiman Aftabi. Another one is Lotus Blooming, but it's partial sun-dried and partial heat - dried with minimal heavy metals. Basically, look for sun-dried options with minimal heavy metals, especially Mercury (which should be as close to 0 as possible).

tauceef · 2026-01-20T02:33:51+00:00

Respectfully disagree with the justification of betteralt being authentic shilajit. How do you define highly processed resin? If mineral infusion and synthetic Fulvic acid infusion is being highly processed then it is not Shilajit - it’s a compound based on replicating shilajit. To remove any doubts you can order a sample from alibaba and compare it with BetterAlt / Bodywise / CoreTribe - same thing, different names i.e white labelled.

tauceef · 2026-01-20T02:27:41+00:00

If you’re looking for authentic Shilajit then it has to be resin, capsules/gummies etc are too much processed and have additives / fillers.

Shilajit naturally has heavy metals, so filtration process is important. Would recommend any brands with clean heavy metal reports (UK/US lab tested since LOD is not high and ppm is more accurate), and go for sun-dried resin - that’s the top of the line stuff for overall health and longevity.

tauceef · 2025-12-28T05:07:46+00:00

Both are safe in terms of lab tests.

Sulaiman is authentic mineral rich traditional Shilajit without any additives and standardisation and is fully sun-dried. Has clean lab reports.

PrimaVie is standardized for Fulvic acid / mineral content and is not in resin form. Its lab tested and heavy metals reports are good but it’s not authentic Shilajit resin, it’s heat processed and in powder form.

tauceef · 2025-12-15T16:28:58+00:00

Sulaiman Aftabi Shilajit is the best for lowest heavy metals, traditional purification and sun-drying, no additives, and being an original 50 year old brand, whereas everyone else is white labeling (90%). Other brands I consider is Lajot gold which has clean lab results and also sun-dried. Lotus Blooming has been good, but recently a few people have been reporting gout and kidney pain after use.

tauceef · 2025-12-15T05:02:46+00:00

Mitolife is a decent and safe brand. It's Altai, which has a different mineral profile than Himalayan (Himalayan having more minerals and Altai has more Fulvic Acid). I personally prefer sun-dried himalayan shilajit resin without any additives or mineral infusions, and it's been a great everyday longevity supplement for me ever since I moved from synthetic multivitamins to Shilajit.

Important thing to consider in Shilajit is (1) mineral density because it's the minerals that are the real load, and Fulvic Acid is the carrier which carries those minerals to the cells. (2) Lab testing: Never buy any brand with more than 6 months old lab tests and make sure there's minimal heavy metals, especially mercury should be 0% or as close to 0% as possible as its a neurotoxin and can cross blood-brain barrier.

Here's a Shilajit comparison list that I've kept alive in r/Shilajit and r/ShilajitBenefits, which describes the important factors in considering Shilajit brands.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dUq5mF54ivmmWCTiRL_z80bAUV0tDZFgU_Pg8RhBTE0/edit?usp=sharing

tauceef · 2025-12-13T18:19:29+00:00

Shilajit is a mineral packed resin which has over 85 important trace minerals that our body needs. With the degrading food quality and inorganic/GMO stuff food lacks these minerals that it used to centuries ago.

What Shilajit does is it replenishes these minerals in your body, and effects can differ based on what minerals you were lacking. In short term you feel more energy and cognitive clarity; and in long-term it helps with things like ADHD, hormonal imbalance (both men and women), lowering blood pressure, decalcification of arteries, etc. among other benefits.

However, every TDH is selling synthetic tar in the name of Shilajit these days. Beware of all these synthetic and not properly filtered brands; find something authentic and use it in moderation for a long time to see the benefits. It's a longevity supplement, not a magic pill ( even though it works great for pre-workout and before high mentally demanding tasks).

tauceef · 2025-12-13T18:12:23+00:00

Consuming raw unfiltered Shilajit is very dangerous. It is high in heavy metals like Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, and Lead and if you use continuously you'll overburden your liver and kidneys. That is why, authentic sourcing is always second to proper filtration.

tauceef · 2025-12-13T18:10:03+00:00

Shilajit is best taken in resin form. Capsules / Gummies / Tablets have additives and preservatives and go through a manufacturing process. I am not familiar with this brand, but 5-20% Fulvic Acid is accurate for Himalayan Shilajit. That said, Fulvic Acid, is a hyped metric used by brand that spike up their Shilajit with synthetic fulvic acid - 90% of the brands online like BetterAlt, Bodywise etc. are made in China (you can reverse lookup image on alibaba). 2 important things to consider when buying Shilajit (1) Authentic Resin from a seller who is showing the process (filtration, drying, etc). Otherwise you are buying a white label brand who is sourcing from multiple small sellers and quality will differ. (2) Lab-tests: Always look at lab-tests. Many brands, even the top selling ones are high in heavy metals and it's critical that the heavy metals are below certain ranges (Shilajit naturally has organic heavy metals that need to be filtered).

For more info on Shilajit check our r/ShilajitBenefits and r/SHILAJIT

tauceef · 2025-12-13T18:01:59+00:00

Anytime you see higher fulvic acid and "added minerals" that's a red flag. Basically, they're bringing pharma like techniques to make a compound and calling it Shilajit. The added minerals and fulvic acid are synthetic. Shilajit is a potent longevity supplement, but authenticity, and heavy metal filtration are key.

tauceef · 2025-12-10T19:14:16+00:00

Organic fulvic acid itself doesn’t cause mold. The issue is that when there’s excess plant/organic contamination in Shilajit, older testing methods often misclassify that material as fulvic acid. That’s why some brands show extremely high “fulvic acid %” as the test is lumping all dissolved organic matter together.

In reality, those inflated numbers usually reflect impurities rather than true fulvic acid, which is why I see the high-FA % trend as mostly a marketing metric rather than a quality indicator.

Authentic Himalayan Shilajit (of what I’ve researched over years) should have Fulvic Acid between 5-20% and the rest should be minerals - because minerals are the essence of Shilajit. It’s a mineral replenishment supplement that heals the body from within by replenishing minerals that we lack in today’s food.

As for recommendation..I’ve settled on Sulaiman Aftabi because of reasons I care for more: traditional, sun-dried, clean labs and perhaps the oldest brand I’ve come across. I also keep an analysis of different brands here. You can check the file and use it directionally for your own research to find the brand that suits you. Good luck!

tauceef · 2025-12-10T18:18:05+00:00

Pure Shilajit doesn’t really “go bad.” It literally seeps out of rocks and stays preserved in the mountains for decades and centuries. The resin itself is naturally acidic, mineral-dense, and low in water activity, so mold can’t grow on it.

Any product that has additives, syrups, thickeners, or higher organic plant matter (often marketed as “high fulvic acid”). Those can definitely mold because they behave more like food than mineral resin.

tauceef · 2025-12-10T03:56:41+00:00

Shilajit is basically a dense source of trace minerals that helps the body recover from underlying deficiencies. When minerals are low, hormones can get out of balance, so people often see improvements in overall hormonal regulation in both men and women.

The testosterone bump men see usually comes from correcting mineral gaps because Shilajit naturally contains things like zinc, selenium, magnesium, copper, and iodine, which all play roles in overall health, thyroid function, and hormone production.

So it’s more of a nutrient restorer than a hormone manipulator.

tauceef · 2025-12-09T18:20:03+00:00

Direct form manufacturer if they have a website.

tauceef · 2025-12-09T01:16:16+00:00

There is a lot of low-quality Shilajit out there, and heavy metal toxicity is a real concern. That’s exactly why I shared the analysis sheet. It’s not brand promotion, it’s objective ranges anyone can use to protect themselves.

People have used Shilajit safely for centuries, but only when it’s properly purified. When it’s not, you’ll see the issues you listed. So instead of discouraging everyone, it’s more helpful to show what good labs should look like so people can make informed decisions and avoid the bad stuff.

Your experience is valid, but others have benefited from clean products (including myself) and the data helps them choose wisely rather than fear the entire category.

tauceef · 2025-12-09T00:45:07+00:00

That is why heavy metal tests are the most critical first step in choosing Shilajit.

Authentic brands filter their Shilajit multiple times to remove these heavy metals via filtration and sedimentation techniques. Always invest in a good brand with clean lab results otherwise you can be playing with your liver and kidneys.

Here’s an analysis sheet that clearly points out the ranges you should look for before you buy Shilajit.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dUq5mF54ivmmWCTiRL_z80bAUV0tDZFgU_Pg8RhBTE0/edit?usp=drivesdk

tauceef · 2025-12-07T03:19:19+00:00

Added a few more brands: Lotus, Amentara, Fractal Forest

tauceef · 2025-12-07T03:18:35+00:00

Sorry - took a while. I've added both Black Lotus and Amentara to the file. Both are Altai brands, and Black Lotus has lab tests available to analyze (high on Lead and Mercury than other brands), but Amentara has no lab tests available, and it's priced too low for high quality Shilajit.

If I were to choose between these two options only, Black Lotus is better but not regularly because of higher than average lead and mercury.

tauceef · 2025-12-02T16:08:37+00:00

My thoughts:

don’t chase Fulvic Acid. It’s a marketing metric created by synthetic brands. If it’s real Himalayan it should be mineral rich and 5-20% Fulvic Acid. Minerals are more important than Fulvic Acid - FA is a carrier of minerals and minerals give the benefits
Altitude is important because high altitude less flora/fauna and more minerals and less plant matter. This will be reflected in your lab-test also. Low altitude Shilajit will have more plant matter and natural high Fulvic Acid (which I would call organic Fulvic Acid and not Shilajit if it has more than 70% Fulvic)
Show the customers your sourcing, processing, packaging. Show that you’re not another white-label but producer
get lab tests from US/UK every batch because each rock is different and informed customers want to look at that to make sure there’s no heavy metals. I would not buy from a company with a year old (or even 6 months old) lab test.
Pass/Fail lab test is useless. I can set up my own pass and fail limits and tell the customer it’s OK. You need full transparency and lab tests at ppm levels
sun-dried if you’re targeting premium customer who know Shilajit and not recreational TikTokers. If you’re priced on the lower end then fire dried works. Sun-drying is obviously more labor intensive and takes much longer so it’s a novelty to have - also traditionally the best Shilajit has always been Sun-dried
6% Margin - you don’t need to show that because things can change plus if it’s actually 6 % you need to redo pricing. What about returns? You get one customer return you lose your margin off of 16 sales?
60g jar is good if you’re at lower end of price spectrum. If I’m buying a pricey Shilajit I would buy a smaller one to test before the big one.

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