Triphala
Not one herb but three dried fruits — amla, bibhitaki and haritaki — ground together. The most used formulation in Ayurveda: a gentle daily cleanser for the bowel, the eyes and the whole system.
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- ତ୍ରିଫଳା (Triphala) · Triphala
- Botanical name: Three fruits: Amalaki, Bibhitaki, Haritaki
- Family: A classical formulation
Key benefits
- Gently regulates the bowel without creating a habit
- Supports digestion and absorption
- Cleanses the system (a mild rasayana)
- Traditionally used for the eyes
- Rich in antioxidants; supports the skin and hair
Commonly used for
- Constipation and an irregular bowel
- Piles and fissure, as part of treatment
- Bloating and poor digestion
- Eye strain and eye care (as a wash)
- Obesity and sluggishness
- Mouth and gum care
How it is used
- Powder (churna) with warm water at bedtime
- As tablets
- As a decoction, as advised
- As an eye wash, only as prepared by the doctor
- Doses adjusted to the person
Related care at the clinic
- Piles (Arsha)
- Fissure (Parikartika)
- Fistula (Bhagandara)
A word before you take any herb
This page describes traditional uses in general terms. It is not a prescription: the right herb, its dose and its form depend on the person, and some herbs should be avoided in pregnancy, in children or alongside other medicines. Please consult the doctor before taking any herb.
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