Short answer: take a pea-sized amount of resin (roughly 300 to 500 mg) or less once a day, dissolved in a warm drink. Start with less than that for the first week, and never take more than the amount on the label.
How to Take Shilajit Resin in 3 Steps
1. Take a pea-sized amount or less
Use a clean, dry spoon to take a piece of resin about the size of a pea. If you are new to shilajit, start with about half that amount. Our shilajit has a strong, earthy taste and smell, so a smaller amount is easier to get used to.
2. Dissolve it in a warm drink
Stir the resin into warm water, tea, milk, coffee or another drink of your choice. Warm liquid dissolves it much faster than cold.
3. Leave it for 5 minutes, then drink
Let the drink stand for about five minutes so the resin dissolves fully, give it a final stir and drink it.
How Much Shilajit Should You Take?
Our label recommends one pea-sized amount or less a day. A pea-sized piece of resin weighs roughly 300 to 500 mg, which is in line with the amounts used in human studies (between 200 and 500 mg a day).
- First week: about half a pea-sized amount a day.
- After that: up to one pea-sized amount a day, if it suits you.
- Never take more than the amount on the label. Taking more is not better.
For what those studies did and didn't find, see Shilajit Benefits: What Does the Research Actually Show?
When Is the Best Time to Take Shilajit?
There is no good evidence that one time of day is better than another, so choose a time you will remember. Many people take it in the morning as part of their routine. Taking it at the same time each day makes it easier to stay consistent.
Should You Take Shilajit on an Empty Stomach?
Our label suggests taking it on its own rather than with a meal, and many people take it first thing in the morning. If it upsets your stomach, take it with or after food instead.
Can You Take Shilajit With Milk, Tea or Coffee?
Yes. Shilajit dissolves in most warm drinks. Warm milk, or tea with a little honey, is a good way to soften the taste if you find it strong. You can read more in our guide to what shilajit tastes like.
Can You Take Shilajit Every Day?
The human studies gave shilajit daily, usually for two to three months and in some cases longer. There is little research on use over many years, so some people choose to take regular breaks. If you plan to take it long term, it is sensible to mention it to your GP.
How Long Does a 15g Jar Last?
At 300 to 500 mg a day, a 15g jar lasts roughly 30 to 50 days, depending on how much you take.
How to Store and Soften Shilajit
- Keep the jar closed, in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
- Keep it out of reach of children.
- If the resin goes hard, stand the closed jar in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes to soften it.
- If it is too soft and sticky in warm weather, put it in the fridge for a short while before use.
Our guide on how to soften shilajit has more tips.
Who Should Check With a GP First?
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking shilajit if you:
- are pregnant or breastfeeding
- are under 18
- take medication for blood pressure, diabetes or a heart condition
- have gout or haemochromatosis (iron overload)
- are being treated for a hormone-related condition
Stop taking it and seek advice if you notice side effects such as an upset stomach, dizziness or a rash.
Shilajit is a food supplement. Do not exceed the recommended daily amount. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.