Triphala Powder Profile

Also known as

Triphala powder is made of a blend of equal parts Amlaki (Emblica officinalis) Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) and Bibhitaki (Terminalia Belerica)

Introduction

Parts Used

Powdered or cut and usually in the form of tea. May be used as a capsule or extract.

Typical Preparations

Triphala has a strong taste. It is recommended to drink it with juice or to place honey on the tongue before swallowing. While it is possible to find triphala in pill form, the powder is more effective and can be mixed in a small amount of cold or warm water or simmered and drunk as a medicinal tea. When used as a digestive tonic or laxative, it is best taken in the evening, about two hours after eating, and at least 30 minutes before bedtime. No food should be eaten for one and a half hours after ingestion.

Summary

Precautions

Not recommended during pregnancy or while nursing and should not be used with cases of diarrhea and dysentery.