Authentic Shialjit Gold Grade Himalayan Resin 10 Grams

***Note... Quick update: I still take this when I feel a bit 'dodgy' along with other natural supplements, but I have moved on to other products (not available on Amazon). There is no negative reason for this, but I found some products that give me better results overall for immune support and energy. I still highly recommend giving this a try!This is going to be a long review - I'll break it up in sections so anyone who reads it can skip the parts that aren't relevant to them.**Tried 3 different brands**I started taking this in mid-October 2014. I'm addicted to this and for good reason. First let me say that I have also tried PurBlack brand and one on Etsy that was very cheap. All 3 smelled the same, had the same taste, and had the same daily results for me. I had all 3 at the same time and rotated them throughout the week to see if I could tell a difference. I couldn't. I won't buy the cheap version again, as I'm worried about why it's so cheap (I'm paranoid). I prefer the one from Lotus Herbs because of the consistency. It's easier to handle. I can get a small amount out, roll it in a ball and swallow it like a pill. With PurBlack, I have to dissolve it in water; consistency is a bit different, gooier. It's not a big deal, but it takes 10-15 minutes and I'm usually in a hurry. I take it on am empty stomach in the morning, with other supplements (right now, fermented cod liver oil/butter oil blend, MegaFoods multi, and a couple times a week I add triphala and turmeric).**Initial reaction when taken**I am a highly sensitive person - that means that heat, coffee, medicine, supplements, and food seem to have a greater impact (usually negative) on me than others. That is important to know, because when I shared some of the supplement with 4 other people, no one else had my same reaction. They had a small reaction of overall feeling better, but nothing like I experienced. I started with PurBlack and my initial response as rather euphoric - it was seriously so magical that even though it tasted and smelled terrible I was drawn to it and wanted more all day long (I limited myself to 1-2 servings). I couldn't believe how amazing I felt right after I took it. I had energy boost, and I just felt alive and amazing.**Background**A bit of background (feel free to skip); I work about 60 hours a week, working on my doctoral degree, I have twin preschoolers, and far too many interests and hobbies - I am one of those people who loves doing things; I rarely sit down to relax, no time for TV watching, etc. But I have been struggling to keep up with myself for the last 5 years. I never fully 'recovered' from having twins in 2011 - I've been exhausted ever since I was first pregnant and I knew my mineral levels were likely very low as I had a very rough pregnancy. I also had a very poor diet (lots of sugar and fast food) until the twins were born. Afterwards, I learned about proper nutrition, which changed my life (and my family's), but I still needed something to help. I entered the world of natural supplements and homeopathy around 2012. I love to experiment. I have explored so many different supplements, remedies, Paleo, whole foods, juicing, smoothies, etc. It's all wonderful, and eating as many veggies as possible really helped me feel so much better, but I still didn't feel 100%.**What it has done for me**Besides giving me the energy boost that I really needed (w/no crash), it has helped with my blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), psoriasis, boost in my mood, boost in my immune system in a huge way, I have better focus, clarity, and feel 'alive' or 'whole' - I'm not quite sure how to explain that last part. I feel like I'm functioning at 100% or at least near it on my bad days. I have struggled with hypoglycemia ever since I can remember. I've never been treated for it, but try to manage it on my own. I am sensitive to sugar, so when I don't eat well, my mood suffers (I turn into a grouchy monster), I get tired/crash, and feel weak/shaky. It happens if I have too much coffee (usually more than 1 cup) or anything that is a stimulant. If I don't eat very well (mostly organic produce, with some grass-fed/pastured meats) I suffer with signs of hypoglycemia. If I take shilajit first thing in the morning, I can eat whatever I want and have 2 pots of coffee (terrible, I know) without feeling any bad effects related to hypoglycemia. I have not been eating that well since I started on shilajit, as I like to use the holidays as an excuse to eat whatever I want ;) I have started eating better recently and looking forward to seeing what shilajit will do with a better diet. However, thanks to shilajit, I haven't suffered due to eating poorly (not much produce and too much pizza).The 2nd biggest reason why I can't live without it is the boost it's given my immune system. I was eating well until I got lazy a year ago, and started eating poorly. I ended up getting ill more times in 2014 than I have in nearly my entire adulthood (I'm in my late 30s). Part of that is having 2 young children who go to school who bring home a lot of germs :) I work from home, so I don't have to don't get exposure from work. In 2014, I had the flu 2-3 times, several head colds, I ended up with bronchitis 3 times (never had it prior), etc. Since taking shilajit, the girls have been sick multiple times. If I get sick, I will have maybe one day where I don't feel great (a bit run down), but recover quickly. A couple weeks ago both of my girls were fairly sick, and I woke up one morning with a raw/swollen throat. The next day my throat was better, but I had a very mild cold. It last for one day. The biggest difference is that I still have clarity and focus, unlike in the past where having a cold would really impact that area and make it difficult to work.**Why I can't stop taking it**I tried to stop a couple of times - it's expensive! I don't like being dependent on any type of supplement. I just like to experiment and move on. However, for me, this is the most important supplement I take and I'll take it as long as I can afford it. On the days I tried to stop, I felt jittery from having more than 1 cup of coffee, I had hypoglycemic episodes, I felt 'okay' but not 100%. It's not worth it for me to stop, the negative effects of not taking this are too great for me.**Advice for others**I asked others to try this and some felt a mild effect, but no one thought it was worth the money and they couldn't stand the taste and smell (not that you really taste it as you aren't chewing on it). For me it's a life changer, but none of the other people that tried it are like me - they don't have the same issues that I do. So this may or may not be a 'magical' supplement for you - you will have to be willing to spend the money in order to try it out for yourself.Also, that euphoric-like feeling wore off after 3 months. One day it just stopped. I only had this product (Lotus Herbs) at the time, so I quickly bought PurBlack to see if that would give me the 'feeling' again. It didn't. So I tried to quit altogether, thinking that it no longer was working for me, and got the same aforementioned negative results (sensitivity issues). I know it's still working, but I also know that I may never get that 'magical' feeling again. That was just a bonus effect, so I'm okay with that, though it was wonderful while it lasted.**Bottom line**I cannot live without this supplement, but it's certainly not for everyone. Just like all natural supplements - some are 'magical' and many do nothing, even if 'everyone else' swears by them. You have to find what your body needs and you will know it when you find it.

I purchased this "Authentic Shilajit", a black tar like substance (there are a lot of fakes and diluted products out there) back in August 2018. It is more expensive on Amazon so I got a better price at the lotusbloomingherbs site. I have been taking it on and off since. I used to have a daily problem taking in deep breaths, sometimes gasping to get oxygen to my body such that my heart was working so hard to help get oxygen to my body that my heart hurt. Shilajit is Fulvic Acid and minerals, I think 45% oxygen-- VOILA-- it delivers oxygen-- I am no medical pro and I don't understand how it works, but it works for my oxygen delivery problem; I have confirmed this again and again over the past months.It takes millions of years to naturally produce Shilajit on high rocky cliffs in the Himalaya's-- how they source it must be a huge undertaking! But who would think this resin would solve an oxygen delivery problem! Shilajit totally controls my problem. I originally purchased Shilajit because I read so many people got energy from it (originally I think moneys were seen eating it and it gave them a lot of energy). I had extreme fatigue-- always after eating I would fall asleep; and I was not functional most of the day. When taking Shilajit with coconut oil (I take 2 Tablespoons melted virgin coconut oil but some prefer sesame oil) plus warm water one or two hours before eating, Shilajit made me functional after eating. At first I took it twice a day-- working from a rice size up to a pea size, then when I was feeling better a few months later, I took a break and then when I became a little immune compromised the deep breathing and fatigue began again, so I started taking Shilajit. Once again I regained my natural breathing, my energy and mental alertness. I think it is astonishing. I don't think Humic acid would be as effective as fulvic acid for me because it does not have as much oxygen in it. I think the medical field should further discover and study this natural wonder. If it can solve other people's oxygen delivery problems like it does for me, as well as provide energy and prevent extreme fatigue, and as well as to increase mental focus, that is a huge, even amazing! I am hooked on it and will continue having it on hand.I read that you shouldn't take Shilajit with tap water that contains Chlorine as it has a bad reaction with Chlorine. But you can take probiotics at the same time as Shilajit. I also take astragalus at the same time, in warm water, as astragalus strengthens the immune system and fights bacteria and viruses. I personally like the taste of Shilajit and dissolve it under my tongue but a lot of people prefer to dissolve it in water due to the strong mineral taste. Nature ROCKS!

I just started it about a week ago. I am am not sure of the dose, maybe a rice grain or a little more. I mix with some hot water or let it dissolve under my tongue.Anyway, I notice that I have a sustained energy until the end of the day, with just one dose. I also notice that my heart is calmer. When in traffic or a jarring situation, I seem to be slower to be effected by it. I find this fascinating, as I just started with it.My biggest problem is, that I read many ways of cycling its usage. Some say, you need a long break, others say a short break.Some say every day, some say a few times a week. I am still working that. Thanks!But this is a small problem compared to the "VIB" I feel with it, and such a tiny dose. I will buy again!

As an ayurvedic practioner I was very excited to find this product as quality Shilajit is difficult to come by in India, and limited overseas. While I cannot comment on its effectiveness yet, I can say the smell was very potent and authentic. The reason for my 3 star rating is I felt a bit deceived by the packaging. It appears the product comes in a standard size salve container, but upon delivery the amount received is smaller and housed inside the metal container. Though I know that Shilajit is a potent and scarce medicine, this made the sticker price seem high. I have experience Banyan's Shiljait tablets and looking forward to using Lotus's purified resin as it is closer to the original form. Will check back in with a honest review.9/30/16 - After a few months of taking the resin Shiljait regularly, (I also used another brand) I can report back that this is incredible medicine! I take a pea sized portion daily with a tsp of LBH Chywanprash (which I also reviewed) and sips of hot water. As an Ayurvedic practioner I found the potency of the resin far superior to taking it in a dried form. As "vata dominant" person, I struggle with consistent energy levels and additionally run very low on iron. As other users have noted the Shiljait has given me very stable consistent energy, even on days when I skip taking it. I have increased my rating by one star however I still think that the sticker price on this is a bit high compared to other options on the market. However I believe the quality to be very good!

I have sampled a few other brands of resin. I am still in the process of trying them all. This is by far the cleanest shilajit I have tried by far. It has a subtle power that builds up the more I have of it. It's not a miracle overnight cure but I think it does work. You don't get a very large amount for the money but considering the rarity of the actual substance and the lengths these people go to collect and process it, I think the price is actually worth it. The small amount you get of 10 grams can be deceiving but at the same time it doesn't take much to notice some effects. It takes roughly five days for the effects to build for me. If you have a gram scale you can measure out a once daily dose of 0.33 grams which will makes the vial last 30 days. To make it last 60 days you would have to split that. To get any noticeable effects, I have to take at least 0.25 grams per day. I think a person probably has to be seriously committed to stick with shilajit to notice the benefits long-term. This may not not be the absolute best there ever was, but I have yet to try anything better. I would recommend it for those in need of rebuilding their core energy due to depletion from various causes. There are several other brands selling poor quality shilajits and I know this from personal experience. Most people who try this I think would be satisfied with it. To be sure of the effect, try taking one gram in a days time. I tried that and within 24 hours later I experienced a great sense of wellbeing. At this rate though a 10gm container would not be lasting more than 10 days and would wind up being an extremely expensive supplement. I think it's better to look at it as more of a long term form of health insurance that supports overall wellbeing in collaboration with a healthy lifestyle instead of a quick fix for chronic conditions.

If I could give this product more stars I would. I usually do not leave reviews, but this one has changed my life in so many ways that It is only fair that I share this experience with others.It was hard to decide which brand/producer to trust when I was ordering my first Shilajit. I realized that there were many producers out there who did false advertisement. I almost gave up on ordering one as I did not want to take anything I was not certain to be clean and genuine and ethically produced.First, after reading about shilajit on different sources, I decided that powder and other forms are too risky to buy and decided to go with the resin form. Looking for resin only form; I stumbled upon Lotus Blooming Herbs website. I saw that the criteria the producer himself had written to understand a true Shilajit matched those in independent sources and decided to try it.Once I took it; I did not even need the smell or the form to know that this is true! I was suffering from low energy; I would drink so much coffee and still fall asleep or drag myself around. I often felt sick and did not have much motivation to go on with my days. I know that effects vary from person to person; but for me after taking it for the first time it worked like a wonder! It was the first day in a long time I felt an uplifting energy throughout my day. As days passed and I continued taking it; I realized the effects were cumulative. I started feeling not just more energetic but also more inspired, my creativity increased. I stopped feeling sick.When my roommate was feeling sick I made her herbal teas with Shilajit and she was up and about in two days. She also has been taking it ever since. I introduced Shilajit by Lotus Blooming Herbs to my family and my close friends and it has become a part of their routine. I trust this brand with my life.I cannot express enough gratitude the producer for all their hard work to bring us real authentic Shilajit.Another note: I find it to be most effective to take is on empty stomach in the morning in a small glass (or an espresso cup) mixed in warm/hot water with a tea spoonful of honey and coconut oil. ( Please remember that these things vary from person to person you may have to experiment and find what works best for you)

I've been using this pure resin sourced from the Himalayas for almost two years now. In that time my life has accelerated into higher levels of well-being, mental clarity, success, more focused meditations and realized universal love. I attribute some of this progress to the use of this fine shilajit. It's high time I take a few moments to share my experience so that others may benefit.In addition to the healthful benefits of all the trace minerals, the fulvic acid aiding cell nutrient absorption, and the adaptogenic quality amplifying the affects of other herbal/natural foods and remedies, my motivation for continued use goes beyond the physical. I notice how this substance helps catalyze vital energy that seems to help form the bridge from the body as the platform for the soul's growth. It is called ojas—the body's fuel for overall radiant well being and spiritual takeoff. In ayervedic circles it is known that that shilajit accelerates the creation of ojas, also cultivated with low stress, deep meditation, control of sexual energy, and other satvic substances like ashwaganda, raw organic almonds, ghee, organic whole milk, etc.I've tried other forms of this product but was always disappointed in the quality and results. I like the consistency and power of this brand. It's being sourced from the ancient Himalayas inspires me, unlike other brands sourced from less remote pristine regions. Excuse me if this sounds too ethereal, but I also seem to resonate with the vibration or subltle energy of this substance, formed from ancient forests eons ago, that others have called "the blood of God."The owner of this company is almost always available for communication, advice and support. It feels good to know the people who work so hard to source this precious nutrient and make it available for us. Go ahead and contact them yourself through their website and find out more for yourself.I tried saving a few dollars with other forms, but was left feeling unsatisfied and cheap. Here you get what you pay for. I will no longer consider ordering another form of shilajit unless someone physically can show me something as good or better.

I would have given this product ZERO stars if I could. I wish I had not wasted money on this. First off I opened the Amazon package and I could smell it and it smelled like used chew tobacco. The metal tin was cute and really should have been used for the product. I opened the metal tin to find a tiny plastic tin. First off I avoid plastics in my life and to me it was insulting to spend so much to be given cheap plastic. Any company selling health products should know most health concerned people are going towards no use of plastics in anything they ingest. I tried to open the tiny plastic container and I could not. So I had my husband open it for me and he literally broke a finger nail opening it. It was sticky glued shut because it was packaged in a wrong sized tub. We could not even shut the little plastic tube because of it. I tried the recommended dose of this despite my huge dislike of the plastics. Within 30 minutes I had a huge migraine and felt sick to my stomach. I have tried Shilajit before and I have NEVER had this reaction to it. Now this is the first time I have ever ordered some from Amazon but sadly where I used to get it locally closed. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT TO ANYONE. Shilajit can be a wonderful energy booster and mental clarity aid but sadly I don't think this stuff is pure IF it is even the real thing. I really have my doubts about the authenticity of this Shilajit. My best advice is to avoid this product. Huge waste of money.

Great the best one 👌

Hola a penas voy a comenzar a utilizarlo, ya les contaré.

Although too soon to tell full effrcts, can already feel the difference.

Probé el famoso shilajit diario, 2 veces al día, la primera en ayunas y la segunda por la tarde durante 3 semanas y no tuve resultados, en mi opinión NO ES RECOMENDABLE

I have been using this product for almost 2 weeks it is meeting my expectations though expensive compare to other but this product is of the best quality.