What Is Shilajit? And Why It’s Worth Your Attention

Shilajit is a potent adaptogen—one of nature’s most fascinating biological compounds, traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to support physical and mental resilience. As an adaptogen, it helps the body adapt to internal and external stressors without being overstimulating or causing dependence. Rich in bioavailable minerals, fulvic and humic acids, triterpenes, and phospholipids, it’s often referred to as “The Destroyer of Weakness” for its remarkable revitalizing properties.

At One Life Foods, we don’t take this title lightly. We’re committed to sourcing a product that lives up to its name—and to the deep tradition from which it originates.

Where Does Shilajit Come From?

Shilajit forms over centuries from the slow, natural decomposition of plant matter, compressed within the rocky layers of high-altitude mountain ranges. Our original Shilajit is hand-harvested from the pristine Altai Mountains by indigenous farming families who have passed this knowledge down for generations. We now offer more Shilajit options, including Kashmiri (from the Air Panjal range), Hunza (from the Karakoram range), and Mongolian (also from the Altai range).

What sets One Life Foods Shilajit apart is our obsessive attention to quality—from sourcing and purity to potency and safety. We offer a product that is clean, potent, and highly bioavailable. If you'd like to see our certificate of analysis, just ask—we’re happy to share it.

What Is Shilajit Used For?

While Shilajit has been used traditionally for centuries, modern studies continue to explore its broad physiological applications. Some of its most compelling benefits include:

• Support for sexual function in both men and women
  
• Natural testosterone support in men
  
• Antioxidant activity that helps neutralise free radicals
  
• Antiviral and immune-supportive properties
  
• Support for collagen synthesis in skeletal muscle
  
• Enhanced athletic recovery and stamina
  
• Gentle diuretic effects
  
• Broad support for energy metabolism and cellular health
  

It’s not a miracle cure—but it is a robust, intelligent supplement that can support your body’s natural systems in real and measurable ways.

White vs. Black Shilajit: What’s the Difference?

While Black Shilajit (what most people refer to simply as “Shilajit”) is largely composed of organic, decomposed plant matter, White Shilajit—sometimes called “Stone Oil”—is entirely inorganic and mineral-based.

What Do We Mean by “Inorganic”?

When we say White Shilajit is “inorganic,” we’re referring to its chemical composition, not its quality or origin. In scientific terms, inorganic simply means that a substance does not contain both carbon and hydrogen atoms—which are found in organic (living or once-living) materials.

White Shilajit is entirely mineral-based, formed through geological processes rather than biological ones. It’s not synthetic or man-made; it’s a naturally occurring mineral resin that’s rich in trace elements in their purest, non-carbon-based forms.

So in this context, inorganic = naturally mineral, not unnatural.

Black Shilajit

• Organic in origin
  
• Contains fulvic acid, humic substances, and trace minerals
  
• Rich in adaptogenic compounds derived from ancient plant material
  

White Shilajit

• Purely inorganic and mineral-rich
  
• Contains at least 49 trace elements in micro (m-state) form, including gold, silver, platinum, and iridium
  
• Also rich in macro minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus
  

You can safely take both in tandem, as their compositions are complementary rather than overlapping. Together, they offer a more comprehensive spectrum of nutritional support.

How to Take Shilajit

Black Shilajit

• Dosage: 250–500 mg daily
  
• Measurement guide:
• 100 mg ≈ size of a rice grain
  
• 500 mg ≈ size of a green pea
  
• Best taken: Dissolve into a warm liquid such as hot water, green tea, or black coffee—never boiling, to preserve active compounds.
  

Cycling Protocol

To maintain effectiveness and avoid desensitisation to its nutrient profile, we recommend the following cycle:

• Use daily for 4–8 weeks
  
• Then take a 3–4 week break
  
• Resume use as needed, with your body refreshed and responsive
  

This approach supports long-term efficacy, allows your body to recalibrate, and helps you stay attuned to how Shilajit is benefiting you. You may find that results are more pronounced and sustained when taken cyclically.

White Shilajit (Stone Oil)

• Dosage: Add 1 level spoon (0.3 g) to 300 ml of filtered water
  
• Schedule:
• Weeks 1–2: 1–2 servings daily
  
• Weeks 3–4: Increase to 3 servings daily if needed
  
• Duration: Do not exceed 1 month of continuous use
  
• Cycle off: Take at least a 1-month break before beginning a new course
  

Pro tips:

• Consume with a straw to avoid direct contact with tooth enamel
  
• Shake any pre-made solution before drinking, and consume within 48 hours
  

Not suitable for: individuals with heart disease, hypertension, thrombosis, obstructive jaundice, or those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or sensitive to any of the components. Always consult your healthcare provider before introducing new supplements.

We Believe in Transparency

Unlike many brands making exaggerated or unverified claims, we don’t believe in mysticism or marketing gimmicks. We believe in high-quality sourcing, rigorous testing, and sharing accurate information you can trust. Our Shilajit is a serious supplement for those who care about what they put into their bodies—and how it’s produced.

Have questions? Want to see lab results? Just ask us:
info@onelifefoods.co.uk