Triphala is an Ayurvedic herbal formulation composed by equal proportions of the dried powders of three fruits such as:
- Amla: Emblica officinalis (Euphorbiaceae)
- Bahera:Terminalia belerica Linn (Combretaceae)
- Haritaki:Terminalia chebula (Combretaceae)
It is referred in ayurveda as a rasayana, which is able to balance and revitalize the three constitutional forces that control human life—vata, pitta, and kapha. The three fruits of Triphala are related to the three humors of Ayurvedic medicine.
How to use:
Preparation: After cleaning the dried fruits and removing seeds, the powder is made separately from the three dried fruits. Threepowders are mixed in equal amounts to form a uniform mixture. It is made by combining the powder 3-5gm with 100ml water and boiling it. The decoction is then filtered through a clean cloth, and the filtrate can be used.
Dose: 60 ml, empty stomach at morning
Benefits of Triphala Drinks.
- Infections: The antimicrobial and antibacterial activities of triphala and its constituent parts are effective against a range of pathogens, including E. coli and S. aureus, respectively.
- Dental Care: Triphala reduced levels of chemicals which are implicated in the destruction of tissue during periodontitis.
- Eyes: According to a study, triphala has been shown to be helpful in avoiding and lowering selenite-induced cataract formation. Studies showed triphala increased levels of antioxidant enzymes, which decreased nuclear cataracts. Triphala is said to aid in preventing both nearsightedness and blindness according to Ayurveda.
- Antipyretic effect: Triphala as an analgesic and antipyretic agent. Similar to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines, triphala works as both an analgesic and an antipyretic by inhibiting the production of the natural compounds that cause pain by activating nerve endings. Triphala has potential against other illnesses as well.
- Stress: Triphala supplementation has been shown to alleviate stress. By raising lipid peroxidation and corticosterone levels, triphala can protect against the behavioral and physiological abnormalities brought on by cold stress.
- Heart: Triphala showed significant decreases in total cholesterol, lowdensity lipoprotein, very low-density lipoprotein, and free fatty acids, indicating hypercholesterolemia. It is cardioprotective due to these characteristics.
- Joint Pain: According to studies, triphala reduced monosodium urate crystalinduced arthritis (gouty arthritis) by lowering paw volume, lysosomal enzymes, and the proinflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor-alpha.
- Digestive Tract: Triphala will normalize digestive effects by increased first defecation time, cumulative fecal weight, intestinal transit time, better stool volume, frequency, consistency, decreased mucus level in stool, and decreased flatulence. Triphala has laxative actions. Triphala is not habit forming and is not known to have any side effects from long term use. People suffering from constipation will benefit from regular use of Triphala.
- Liver Problems: Triphala restored the levels of several antioxidant enzymes, decreased the levels of proinflammatory cytokines and lipid peroxides, and
reduced liver damage as indicated by lower liver enzyme readings.
- Diabetes: Triphala has been shown to have anti-diabetic effects and may help regulate blood sugar levels.
- Obesity: Gallic acid is a phenolic molecule found in triphala that was chosen as the bioactive marker because of its antiobesity activity.
- Skin: Triphala has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and promote healthy skin. It inhibits melanin synthesis and hyperpigmentation due to the presence of protective phytochemicals.
- Immunity: Triphala has powerful immunomodulatory effects, according to research.
- Antioxidant activity: The use of triphala, according to studies, increases the activity of antioxidant enzymes.
- Cancer: Studies have shown anti- cancer property because its primary component gallic acid may be responsible for inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells.
- Radioprotective activity: Triphala has been shown to have radioprotective effects. When taken before exposure to radiation, triphala had the greatest effect on reducing DNA damage in spleen and blood white blood cells and restoring normal activity to several gastrointestinal enzymes, such as xanthine oxidase and superoxide dismutase.
- Aging: Triphala has powerful anti-aging effects on human skin cells. It stimulates the development of the proteins, collagen-1 and elastin as well as the genes that control the production of cellular antioxidants in human skin cells.
