Quick Start: The Simple Way to Use Shilajit
- Form: Resin, powder, or capsules
- Start low: follow the product’s label; if unlabeled, begin conservatively and assess tolerance
- Timing: once daily to start (morning or early afternoon)
- With: water or warm tea; avoid mixing with alcohol
- Track: how you feel for 1–2 weeks before adjusting
Why “Dosage” Is Tricky (and What Actually Matters)
There’s no universal Shilajit dose because products vary wildly in purity and fulvic acid content. One scoop from a clean, tested resin can be very different from the same scoop of a diluted or contaminated product. Dosage without quality data is guesswork—so start by verifying quality.
Step 1 — Verify Quality Before You Dose
- Ask for a batch-matched COA: fulvic % + heavy metals (Pb/As/Cd/Hg) + microbes (TPC/yeast/mold/pathogens)
- Be wary of extremes: “50–75% fulvic” claims often don’t survive independent testing
- Check our deep-dives: Spot Fake Shilajit • Lab Testing Methods • 7 Shilajit Myths
Step 2 — Choose Your Form
Resin
Traditional; dissolves in warm water/tea. Pros: flexible dosing. Cons: can be messy; quality varies by source.
Powder
Easy to measure; mixes in liquids. Pros: convenient. Cons: sometimes cut with fillers; verify COA.
Capsules
Most convenient. Pros: portable, consistent serving. Cons: fixed dose; check what each capsule actually delivers.
Step 3 — Practical Dosage Approach
General guidance (not medical advice): always follow the product’s label and consult a healthcare professional if you have conditions or take medications.
- Intro phase (7–14 days): start with the lowest labeled serving once daily
- Assess response: energy, digestion, sleep quality
- Adjust gradually: if well-tolerated, some users move to 1–2 servings/day as labeled
- Cycle if desired: many users run 5 days on / 2 days off or 8–12 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Timing: Morning vs. Evening
- Morning or early afternoon: most common; some find it gently energizing
- With food or after: may reduce stomach sensitivity
- Evening: try only if you don’t experience stimulation
Stacking & What to Avoid
- Works well with: mineral-rich water, magnesium, electrolyte mixes
- Use caution with: high-iron supplements unless advised by a clinician
- Avoid: combining with alcohol or unknown “performance boosters” without checking interactions
Side Effects & When to Stop
- Stop use and consult a professional if you notice headaches, GI upset, rashes, or unusual fatigue
- Do not use products lacking third-party COAs or with solvent/chemical odors
Cleaner Option: Go Direct to Fulvic Acid
If you’re taking Shilajit for its fulvic acid, consider going straight to a transparent fulvic source with batch COAs.
- American Grit Fulvic Acid — U.S.-sourced deposits
- Process: water extraction + fermentation
- Proof: independent, batch-matched COAs for fulvic %, metals, and microbes
→ Check American Grit COAs & product details