What Is Triphala Churna?

Many people view Triphala churna, one of the most popular Indian ayurvedic herbal formulas, as a pancea. Triphala churna, or Triphala in powder form, is used as both a medicine and a rejuvenating mixture, and it is praised for balancing the humors, according to Indian tradition. Generally, Triphala churna is suggested to aid in digestion, but it also helps to purify other areas of the body. It has three main ingredients, which are each considered helpful on their own: amla, baheda, and harada.

Ayurvedic Medicine

• Ayurveda is a medical system that originated in India thousands of years ago. The main goal of ayurvedic medicine is to balance the body, which is supposed to promote health. To do this, it promotes various herbs, massages and special diets. In many western countries, ayurvedic medicine is considered a complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM) system. Triphala churna is one herbal formula used in ayurvedic medicine.

Ingredients

• Amla (Emblica officinalis) comes from the fruit of a tree that is native to India. Studies have shown that it can work against microbes and increase gastric emptying. It is a rich source of Vitamin C, and it has been used to treat anemia, hyperacidity, hemorrhaging and other varied disorders.
  Baheda (Teminalia bellerica) is a bitter fruit that is rich in vitamin A, protein, and oils, especially in omega-3 fatty acid. Baheda is used to heal coughs, eye problems and intestinal problems.
  Harada (terminalia chebula) is known as the Tibetan king of medicine. It is an important herb that is used as a general tonic for the brain, heart, and for general longevity. People often use it to protect the lungs and to treat asthma, constipation and sinus allergies.

Tridoshic Rasayan

• The term "tridoshic rasayan" applies to any supplement that effects the three elements that Indians believe control life: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Vata regulates the brain the nervous system, Pitta controls metabolism, and Kapha maintains the body's structure. Triphala Churna is believed to be a tridoshic rasayan, which makes it especially powerful.

Main Use

• The most famous benefit of Triphala churna is its regulation of the digestive system. Constipation and bowel irregularity can negatively affect a person's liver and general well-being, and Triphala churna ostensibly tackles these problems and more. It acts as a laxative.

Other Benefits

• Triphala churna helps to purge the body of unwanted substances. It cleanses the digestive tract, the liver and the blood. Therefore, it is most beneficial for people who have irregular bowels caused by congestion of the liver or gall bladder.