Because shilajit is gaining more and more popularity in Ayurveda and integrative medicine, there are lots of products out there nowadays that say they're "authentic." Oh well, they're not all genuine. Because shilajit is so valued for minerals and fulvic acid, it might not even work for you and actually harm you if you use fakes or cheap imitations. Follow the steps below to test for authenticity by smell, taste, touch, and some simple tests at home.
Why Original Shilajit Matters
Original Shilajit is a natural resin that has been piling up for centuries through breakdown of plant matter in mountain ranges such as the Himalayas. It is a natural energizer, and it brings about stamina, recovery, and overall wellness. Fakes are prepared from chemicals or fillers, so one must be sure of authenticity.
Smell: The First Indicator
Authentic shilajit is earthy—resin or bitumen—smelling, having a smoky aroma. Fake shilajit has either no or minimal odor or a chemical-like odor since it is adulterated. If your product lacks that earthy fragrance, there is a red flag.
Taste: Bitter and Earthy
Natural shilajit has a bitter, pungent, and earthy taste. It is not sweet like candy but indicates that it is pure. The imitated shilajit has a metallic, bland, or sweet taste—indications that the fillers are included. If your shilajit tastes incredibly bland or sweet, doubt its authenticity.
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Texture: Resin-Like and Soft
Real shilajit is resinous and sticky at room temperature. Softens on heating, fuses with friction on fingertips, or dissolves in warm water. When cooled to sub-ambient to room temperature, hardens but on re-heating becomes soft. Spurious alpa-shilajit does not soften, becomes plastic, or crumbles like stone.
Simple Home Tests
Water Test: Real shilajit dissolves easily in hot water without leaving any residue behind. Counterfeits float or shed grain-like particles.
Burn Test: Real shilajit foams and emits a strong earthy aroma when burned but will not burn like plastic.
Solubility Test: Real shilajit dissolves in hot milk or water to produce a dark brown solution.
How to Avoid Fake Shilajit
Only buy from genuine Ayurvedic companies with product-tested products.
Check third-party certifications on packaging.
Do not buy very cheap products as natural shilajit is an art of diligent sourcing and purification.
Advantages of Natural Shilajit
Pure shilajit can:
Boost energy and stamina
Enable memory and focus
Improve nutrient absorption
Sustain recovery and reduce fatigue
Enable endocrine balance and well-being
Read for More Information: Fake Vs Real Shilajit: 9 Ways to Check
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