Shilajit

What is shilajit?

Unique composition and fulvic acid

Shilajit contains more than 85 minerals in ionic form, immediately absorbable by the body. But its most remarkable component is fulvic acid, a powerful nutrient carrier that helps cells absorb vitamins and minerals. Fulvic acid acts as a natural chelator that makes nutrients bioavailable. Shilajit also contains humic acid, dibenzo-alpha-pyrones and amino acids that contribute to its exceptional bioactive profile.

Cellular energy and physical performance

Shilajit acts directly on the mitochondria, the powerhouses of our cells. By stimulating ATP production, the body’s universal energy molecule, it boosts overall vitality and resistance to exertion. Athletes use it to improve endurance, speed up recovery and optimise muscle protein synthesis. Paired with plant proteins, shilajit maximises amino acid use for muscle building. Shilajit is traditionally used by athletes and active men to support everyday vitality and energy.

Antioxidant and anti-ageing properties

Shilajit has remarkable antioxidant capacity, greater than that of many well-known superfoods. Fulvic acid neutralises free radicals and protects cells against oxidative stress, a key driver of ageing. This antioxidant action is seen in the skin, brain, cardiovascular system and organs throughout the body. In Ayurvedic medicine, shilajit is traditionally used to support vitality, memory and cognitive function.

Our shilajit supplements in Paris

How to choose and use shilajit

The quality of shilajit varies considerably depending on its origin and purification process. Raw shilajit contains impurities and contaminants that make it unsuitable for consumption. Only purified shilajit, processed using validated traditional or modern methods, offers safety and effectiveness. We offer shilajit as pure resin, the most concentrated and traditional form, as well as capsules standardised in fulvic acid for simpler dosing. The recommended dose is generally 300 to 500 mg per day, taken in the morning with a glass of warm water or plant-based milk.

Synergies with other supplements

Shilajit amplifies the effectiveness of other food supplements through its potentiating action. Paired with Goji berries, it enhances the antioxidant and revitalising effect. Combined with organic silicon, it optimises remineralisation of bones and connective tissue. Royal jelly paired with shilajit makes a particularly effective energising duo during periods of intense fatigue or convalescence.

Find your shilajit at Herba Barona in Paris 12th

Come and discover our shilajit selection at Herba Barona, 10 rue Théophile Roussel, Paris. Our team will guide you in choosing the form and dosage best suited to your needs and explain the best pairings to get the most out of this extraordinary natural substance.

Why buy from Herba Barona in Paris

Shilajit is one of the most fascinating and mysterious natural substances in the world. This thick black resin seeps from high-altitude rocks in the Himalayas, the Caucasus and the Altai mountains, between 3,000 and 5,000 metres, the result of the millennia-long decomposition of plant and mineral matter under geological pressure and extreme climate conditions. Used for more than 3,000 years in Ayurvedic medicine under the name “conqueror of the mountains” and “destroyer of weakness”, shilajit is considered a rasayana, a substance for rejuvenation and longevity. At Herba Barona, our shop at 10 rue Théophile Roussel in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, we offer 7 products made with the highest-quality purified shilajit.

At Herba Barona, we welcome you to our shop in Paris to offer personal advice on choosing your food supplements. Our team is on hand to guide you towards the products best suited to your needs.

• Address: 10 rue Théophile Roussel, 75012 Paris
• Metro: Ledru-Rollin (line 8) or Bastille (lines 1, 5, 8)
• Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 9.30am–6.30pm
• Phone: +33 1 43 42 43 80