Used for more than 2,000 years, triphala is a staple of Ayurvedic medicine. In India it is considered the greatest and most versatile of all herbal formulations. References to the use of triphala can be found in the Sushrut Samhita, which dates back to 1500 BCE. As such, triphala is one of the longest-used herbal medicines in the world.
The name comes from combining the Sanskrit words "tri" meaning three, "phala" meaning fruit and "churcha" meaning dust.
Amla - known as Indian Gooseberry and has been one of Ayurveda's most prized rejuvenators for centuries. The fruit is very high in vitamin C and is used alone or in combination with other herbs to treat the common cold and fever. It also acts as a diuretic, digestive aid, laxative, liver tonic. It has a restorative and anti-inflammatory effect. Amla is said to have 20 times the vitamin C content of an orange. Although it is beneficial for all doshas, it is believed to be especially effective for balancing the Pitta dosha.
Haritaki - also called the Tibetan "king of medicine". Haritaki is widely used in the traditional medicine of India and Iran to treat various health problems, including constipation, dementia and diabetes. It is also anti-inflammatory and calms Vata dosha.
Bibhitaki - another powerful ancient rejuvenator with detoxifying properties. It is widely used in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine to treat diabetes, high blood pressure and rheumatism. Studies have even shown that the extract of this fruit may be able to inhibit the progression of atherosclerosis. This fruit is known for its benefits for the dosha known as Kapha.
Dried powder of these three medicinal plants are mixed in equal parts to make the triphala (or churna) powder, which is then made into capsules. Each of these fruits has medicinal value on its own, so combining all three in triphala can give you all the individual benefits.
| Amount per 100 g product | |
| Triphala (20% extract) | 750 mg |
| Supplement Facts | |
| Serving Size | 1 Vegetable Capsule |
| Servings | 60 |
Take 1 to 2 capsules daily with food.
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