2016-01-27
Joybynature.com Team
Jan
27

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Triphala is an herbal concoction that’s been used for thousands of years in Ayurveda. Traditionally used as a bowel tonic, it’s often prescribed as a mild laxative. But while its laxative qualities are most widely known, the other benefits of this herb are perhaps even more noteworthy. The name Triphala means “the three fruits” and it’s comprised of the Indian fruits amalaki, haritaki, and bibhitaki.

Amalaki (emblica officinalis) is an Ayurvedic treasure in itself and widely used. This little baby, the Indian gooseberry, has been one of Ayurveda’s prized rejuvenators since ancient times. It’s been shown to help lower cholesterol and is loaded with vitamin C.

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is known as the Tibetan "king of medicine." Many depictions of the healing Buddha show him extending a handful of this fruit indicating its longstanding medicinal usage in Asia. It’s believed to have a variety of positive health effects on the heart and brain. It can be used as a laxative by itself, but also has an anti-diarrheal treatment.

Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) is another powerful ancient Rejuvenator with detoxifying qualities on the blood, muscles, and fatty tissue of the body. Bibhitaki is very useful with conditions involving excess mucous in the system and is also good for quality bone formation.

It can be consumed in the form of powder, juice or Triphala capsules. 

  1. It Helps In Easy Digestion

The biggest impact is perhaps the health benefits when it comes to digestion. This mixture encourages balanced, full elimination, by pulling stagnated Ama or toxic residue from the digestive tract and increasing the colon’s absorption functions. Basically, Triphala promotes digestive regularity. The importance of this cannot be understated, especially for those who suffer from irregular elimination and other forms of bowel disease.

  1. It Assists In Weight Loss

In conditions of excess weight, triphala can be used as part of a weight loss program that includes a healthy diet and exercise. Proper digestion and elimination are important factors in achieving long-term success in maintaining an optimal body weight. Triphala also promotes healthy eating habits and cravings by supplying the body with the full spectrum of natural tastes. By promoting healthy absorption and assimilation of nutrients, triphala keeps the body feeling properly nourished and balanced.

  1. It Purifies & Detoxifies

Triphala combines both nutritional as well as blood and liver cleansing (detoxifying) actions. It has little function as a local demulcent but is more of a lubricating source of nourishment and also possesses some bitter anthroquinones which help stimulate bile flow and peristalsis. The nutritional aspect is partly in the form of its bioflavonoids, high vitamin C content and the presence of linoleic oil, phospholipids and other important ones.

  1. It Is Extrememly Beneficial For The Eyesight

Triphala is a potent eye tonic which will keep your eyes healthy and sharp. Mix and soak about 1-2 spoons of triphala powder in warm water and leave it overnight. In the morning, strain the soaked mixture and use this mixture to clean your eyes. This simple remedy will keep your eyes infection free and healthy.

  1. It Helps Reduce Inflammation

Regular consumption of triphala also helps reduce internal and external inflammation that one might have due to lack of proper immunity or lack of nutrients in the body.

However, excessive consumption of triphala might not be a good idea. You might experience some side effects, in case of excessive consumption, so consume it only in moderation.  Excessive intake of triphala induces some side effects like diarrhea and dehydration. Some other side effects will be broad stomach distress, difficulty in sleeping, intestinal gas and alterations in blood cholesterol. Using triphala as a colon cleanser you may expect to appear a side effect or rather a side benefit – weight loss. Also, it will relieve you from bloating and cramping. It is good to know that pregnant women should not use this herbal mix. When taken in the powder form, do not exceed 3-5 grams of triphala and if you use tablets do not exceed 5-6 capsules per day.

 

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