Triphala Powder

Triphala is a classical Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation made from equal proportions of three dried fruits:

• Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
• Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)

PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIONS & MECHANISMS

• Antioxidant - Neutralizes free radicals and reduces oxidative stress. Scavenges free radicals (DPPH, NO assays)
• Hypolipidaemic: Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides. Enhances bile acid excretion, regulates lipid profile
• Hypoglycaemic: Regulates blood sugar. Inhibits α-glucosidase; reduces glucose absorption
• Immunomodulatory: Enhances immunity. Increases IL-10 expression, reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines
• ·Antimicrobial/Antifungal/Antibacterial: Combats infections. Active against E. coli, S. aureus, Candida albicans.

RELEVANT RESEARCH REFERENCES:

1. Baliga MS, et al. Triphala, Ayurvedic formulation for treating and preventing cancer: A review. J Altern Complement Med. 2012.
2. Deep G, et al. Triphala inhibits growth and metastasis of pancreatic cancer cells. PLoS One. 2013.
3. Kaur S, et al. Triphala prevents radiation-induced oxidative stress. Int J Radiat Biol. 2005.
4. Sharma A, et al. Antibacterial activity of Triphala against multidrug-resistant strains. Int J Antimicrob Agents. 2009.

CONTRAINDICATIONS & PRECAUTIONS:

• Avoid in acute diarrhoea, IBS, or during pregnancy
• Use caution in patients with hypotension or electrolyte imbalance

AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES:

• Rasa (Taste): Kashaya (Astringent)
• Guna (Quality): Ruksha (Dry)
• Virya (Potency): Anushna (Mildly heating)
• Vipaka (post-digestive effect): Madhura (Sweet)
• Tridoshic Effect: Balances Vata, Pitta, and Kapha

STORAGE & PACKAGING:

• 100% pure organic Triphala powder
• 4 oz per pack (33 % each of Haritaki, Bhibitaki and amalaki powder)
• Store in a cool, dry place

CLIMATE & REGION

Haritaki, Vibhitaki, and Amalaki, the three essential components of Triphala, thrive in diverse climatic conditions across tropical and subtropical regions of India and neighboring countries.
Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) is a tropical plant well adapted to dry regions and can grow in moderately alkaline soils. It is naturally found or cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical parts of India, extending to Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, reaching as far as southern China.
It thrives in areas with well-drained soils and can withstand high temperatures and low rainfall, making it a resilient species in various agro-climatic zones.

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is predominantly found in tropical and subtropical climates, preferring deciduous forests and regions with moderate rainfall. It is widely distributed throughout India, from the foothills of the Himalayas in the north to Kerala in the south. It also grows naturally in Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and parts of Southeast Asia. The tree flourishes in a wide range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clayey soils, and it is often found in dry, mixed forests. It is especially common in areas with an altitude range of 200 to 1,500 meters above sea level, indicating its adaptability to different elevations and temperature variations.

Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) is typically found in moist, deciduous forests and prefers tropical and subtropical climates with moderate to high rainfall. It grows naturally across India, particularly in the foothills of the Himalayas, central and southern India, and the Andaman Islands.
The species is also distributed in Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and other Southeast Asian regions. Vibhitaki thrives in deep, fertile, and well-drained soils, often in riverbanks and moist forest areas, but it can also tolerate slightly drier conditions. Its adaptability to different soil types, including red and lateritic soils, makes it a resilient species suitable for varied ecological zones.

These three trees, although growing in different climatic conditions, are widely cultivated and harvested across India and South Asia, making them easily available for medicinal use in Ayurveda.
Their ability to thrive in diverse environments highlights their robustness and the significance of their medicinal properties in different regions.