Gladden Longevity Podcast -- formerly Living Beyond 120

The Ancient Wisdom of Shilajit - Episode 305

Oct 9, 2025
Nodari Rizun, an attorney-turned-entrepreneur and founder of Pure Black, dives into the fascinating world of shilajit, a powerful natural resin with a rich history in traditional medicine. They discuss shilajit's composition of fulvic and humic acids and its role as a regenerative adaptogen, helping the body manage stress. Nodari shares insights on sourcing high-quality shilajit, debunks common myths, and explains its potential benefits for mitochondrial function, weight management, and its ability to enhance other herbal extracts.
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ANECDOTE

Paralysis, Resin, And A Lifelong Spark

  • Nodari met a Soviet dissident who recovered from paralysis and credited resin use and yoga for his resilience.
  • That story inspired Nodari to investigate and later commercialize high-quality shilajit as Pure Black.
INSIGHT

Shilajit Is A Resin, Not A Powder

  • Shilajit is a tar-like resin from high-altitude rocks, formed from fermented plant biomass and minerals.
  • Genuine shilajit is always resinous, not powder, pills, or simple soil fulvic extracts.
INSIGHT

Fulvic And Humic: Electron Carriers And Chelators

  • Fulvic and humic acids in shilajit act as electron donors/acceptors, bind trace minerals, and can chelate toxins.
  • These properties support mitochondrial function, nutrient transport, antioxidant activity, and gut detox actions.
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