How Many Shilajit Gummies Per Day? Our Serving Explained

It's a simple question, but two brands can give you two different answers. One serving might be one gummy on one label and two on another, and the amount of shilajit in each can differ too. So before you compare numbers, you need to know what's actually in the gummy you're holding.

How many Minerals Pitch gummies should you take?

Take 1 to 2 gummies a day. Each of our Minerals Pitch shilajit gummies contains 250 mg of purified Himalayan shilajit, so that's 250 to 500 mg a day. If you're new to shilajit, one a day is a sensible place to start.

For some context, Operation Supplement Safety notes that some studies suggest up to 500 mg of shilajit extract may be safe for short-term use. Those studies used specific extracts, not gummies, and long-term use hasn't been well studied. If you plan to take them for a long time, check with your doctor.

How to read any brand's label

Look for three things on the supplement facts panel. First, the serving size, which tells you how many gummies make one serving. Second, the amount of shilajit per serving, in milligrams. Third, any daily limit or warning.

Be careful with big numbers on the front of the pack. A figure such as 2,000 mg or 10,000 mg can be a blend total or an "equivalent" amount rather than actual shilajit. If you can't tell how much shilajit you're getting, ask the brand. Our guide to whether shilajit gummies are legit shows you what else to check.

Can you take more for better results?

No. We know of no good evidence that taking more than the stated serving gives you more benefit, and it does add to how much of everything you're taking, including sugar and other ingredients in the gummy base. Gummies can feel like sweets, so it's easy to treat them that way. Keep to the serving.

Don't stack formats without thinking, either. If you also take resin or drops, count the total shilajit you're taking from all of them, and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you're unsure.

When should you take them?

There's no proven best time. Most people find morning easiest, with or without food. What matters more is picking a time you'll remember, because shilajit is a daily habit. If you forget a day, just carry on the next day and don't double up.

Our guide to how to take shilajit covers timing across all formats.

How long should you take them?

People usually judge shilajit over several weeks of steady use, not a few days. There's no promise of a particular result, so if you've given it a fair try and don't notice a difference, it's reasonable to stop. We cover this in do shilajit gummies work?

Who should check first

Shilajit gummies aren't for anyone under 18, even though they look like sweets, so keep them out of children's reach. Avoid them during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and speak to your doctor first if you take prescriptions or have a health condition. Our guide on who should not take shilajit has more detail.

Frequently asked questions

How many shilajit gummies should I take a day?

For Minerals Pitch gummies, take 1 to 2 a day, which is 250 to 500 mg of shilajit. For other brands, follow the serving on the label, as it varies.

Can I take shilajit gummies every day?

They're designed as a daily supplement if you follow the label. Long-term use hasn't been well studied, so check with your doctor if you plan to take them for a long time.

What happens if I take too many shilajit gummies?

Don't exceed the stated serving. If you've taken much more than the label says or feel unwell, contact a pharmacist or doctor and show them the pack.

What's the best time to take shilajit gummies?

There's no proven best time. Most people find morning easiest, with or without food. Taking them at the same time each day helps you remember.

This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor. Statements about shilajit have not been evaluated by the FDA, and shilajit is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.