Triphala Powder

1. Benefits of Triphala for Infections: 

• Triphala and its components have demonstrated potent antimicrobial properties against a variety of microorganisms.
• Triphala churna has proven action against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
• Triphala churna and triphala mashi have shown antibacterial properties against a variety of bacteria like E. coli and S. aureus.

2. Benefits of Triphala for Dental Care: 

• Triphala reduced levels of chemicals which are implicated in the destruction of tissue during periodontitis.
• Triphala mouthwash was tested clinically and found to be as effective as chlorhexidine in lowering plaque scores and inhibiting Lactobacillus bacteria microbial levels.

3. Benefits of Triphala for Stress: 

• Triphala supplementation has been shown to alleviate stress.
• Triphala treatment can prevent cold stress-induced behavioural and biochemical abnormalities by increasing lipid peroxidation and corticosterone levels.
• In rats, triphala protects against noise-induced alterations in antioxidant and cell-mediated immune response.

4. Benefits of Triphala for Joint: 

• Triphala prevented monosodium urate crystal-induced arthritis in mice (gouty arthritis) by reducing various parameters like paw volume, lysosomal enzymes, β-glucuronidase lactate dehydrogenase lipid peroxidation, and the proinflammatory cytokine tumour necrosis factor-alpha, according to research.
• It might have potential use in the treatment of gout in humans, however, more studies are needed for the same.

5. Benefits of Triphala for Digestive Tract: 

• Castor oil-induced diarrhoea was prevented by extracts of triphala churna powder and triphala mashi.
• The extracts had a strong antidiarrheal effect, as demonstrated by increased first defecation time, cumulative faecal weight, intestinal transit time, improved stool volume, stool frequency, stool consistency, decreased mucus level in stool, and flatulence.

6. Benefits of Triphala for Liver: 

• In mice, triphala was found to be beneficial against acetaminophen-induced liver damage, but with less efficacy than silymarin.
• Triphala lowered the levels of proinflammatory cytokines and lipid peroxides while also restoring the levels of many antioxidant enzymes and reducing liver damage as seen by lower liver enzyme values.

7. Benefits of Triphala for Diabetes: 

• Animal studies have demonstrated that giving the same amount of triphala and its separate ingredients to normal and alloxan-induced diabetic rats lowered serum glucose levels.
• Thus, with more research, triphala might be useful in treating diabetes in humans.

8. Benefits of Triphala for Obesity: 

• After the treatment of mice with triphala in an anti-obesity study, their body weight was observed to be lower when compared to control animals.
• Gallic acid is a phenolic molecule found in triphala that was chosen as the bioactive marker because of its anti-obesity activity. 

9. Benefits of Triphala for Heart: 

• Triphala has been found to have a lipid-lowering impact on rats, with significant reductions in total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, very low-density lipoprotein, and free fatty acid, indicating hypocholesteremic condition.
• These properties make it cardio-protective.  

10. Benefits of Triphala for Skin: 

• The topical application of triphala extract aided wound healing in rats infected with a variety of bacteria, according to a study.
• Experiments revealed that the triphala ointment reduced bacterial count and promoted wound closure by increasing collagen, hexosamine, and uronic acid levels.

11. Benefits of Triphala for Radioprotective activity:  

• Triphala has been proven in preclinical trials to have radioprotective properties when taken orally.
• The most effective action of triphala was seen when given before irradiation, lowering DNA damage in both blood white blood cells and spleen cells, the normalizing activity of certain enzymes like xanthine oxidase and super oxidase dismutase found in the intestine.
• This indicates that the observed effects were mediated through inhibition of oxidative damage in the cells and organs.

12. Benefits of Triphala for Immunity:  

• Triphala has been shown to have potent immunomodulatory properties in a variety of animal models.
• Flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, glycosides, saponins, and phenolic substances are thought to have immunomodulatory properties.
• Triphala treatment increased antioxidant activity and lowered corticosterone levels in animals exposed to noise stress, according to research.

13. Benefits of Triphala for Antioxidant activity:  

• According to research, taking triphala boosts the activity of antioxidant enzymes which may have resulted in a considerable reduction in stomach cancers in mice.
• When rats were given triphala and were subjected to noise stress, similar results were reported.
• Such findings point to triphala’s ability to act as an antioxidant and to protect against a variety of stressors and illnesses.

14. Benefits of Triphala for Eyes: 

• Triphala was found to be beneficial in preventing and reducing selenite-induced cataract formation, according to a study.
• In animal trials, triphala restored antioxidant enzyme levels, resulting in a reduction in nuclear cataracts. As per Ayurveda, triphala can also help prevent blindness and near-sightedness. 

15. Benefits of Triphala for Cancer: 

• In cancer studies, triphala has shown killing activity on cancer cells.
• Its main component gallic acid may be responsible for stopping cancer cell growth.
• An increased concentration of triphala was found to reduce the viability of breast cancer cells while having no effect on normal breast cells.
• In breast cancer cells, triphala caused an increase in intracellular reactive oxygen species. 

16. Benefits of Triphala for Aging: 

• On human skin cells, triphala extract has a strong antiaging effect.
• It stimulates collagen-1 and elastin-synthesizing genes and antioxidant genes responsible for cellular antioxidants in human skin cells.

1. Triphala Powder
a. Take ½- 2 teaspoons of Triphala Powder.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water preferably at the bedtime
c. To get rid of constipation
Or
d. Take ½ - 2 teaspoons of Triphala powder with honey in the morning after taking light food
e. To maintain better immunity.

1. Constipation
Triphala is the most common Ayurvedic formulation that is used to get relief from constipation. Constipation is caused due to an aggravated Vata dosha. This can be due to frequent consumption of junk food, excess intake of coffee or tea, sleeping late at night, stress and depression. All these factors aggravate Vata in the large intestine and cause constipation. Taking Triphala helps to relieve constipation because of its Rechana (mild laxative) and Vata balancing properties.
Tips:
a. Take ½- 2 teaspoons of Triphala Powder.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water preferably at the bedtime to get rid of constipation.

2. Weak immunity
Triphala is widely used for increasing immunity to fight day to day health issues. This is due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½ - 2 teaspoons of Triphala Powder with honey in the morning after taking light food.
b. Repeat this daily to boost your immunity.

3. Liver problems
Triphala helps to correct liver problems. According to Ayurveda, liver has a close relationship with Agni (digestive fire) and Pitta dosha. Any imbalance in Agni and Pitta dosha leads to liver impairment. Regular intake of Triphala helps to balance Agni and Pitta due to its Tridosha (Vata-Pitta-Kapha) balancing property. It keeps liver healthy and strong because of its Rasayana (rejuvenating) nature.
Tips:
a. Take 2-3 teaspoons of Triphala juice.
b. Add the same quantity of water.
c. Drink it before taking food once or twice a day.

4. Obesity
Triphala is one of the safest Ayurvedic formulations to reduce weight. An increase in weight is due to unhealthy food habits and lifestyle which leads to a weak digestive fire. This increases accumulation of Ama causing an imbalance in meda dhatu, and resulting in obesity. Taking Triphala helps to remove Ama due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties. It also corrects the imbalance of meda dhatu. Triphala also removes waste material from the intestine due to its Rechana (mild laxative) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½- 2 teaspoons of Triphala Powder.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water preferably at the bedtime to control obesity.

1. Hair loss
Triphala helps to control hair fall and promote hair growth when applied on the scalp. This is because hair fall is mainly due to an aggravated Vata dosha in the body. Triphala helps in balancing Vata and also controls dandruff which is the prime cause of hair fall.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2- 1 tablespoon of Triphala powder.
b. Add 2 cups of water, boil the water on a medium flame until it reduces half in quantity.
c. Let it cool completely and apply on your scalp.
d. Keep for 30 minutes.
e. Wash your hair with a mild herbal shampoo.
f. Repeat it once or twice a week.

2. Acne
Triphala gives good result in case of skin problems like acne or pimples. According to Ayurveda, an aggravation of Kapha leads to an increased sebum production and clogging of pores. This results in the formation of both white and blackheads. Another factor, an aggravation of Pitta causes red papules (bumps) and inflammation with pus. . Using Triphala on skin helps to reduce acne or pimples because of its Pitta-Kapha balancing properties.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Triphala powder.
b. Mix it with coconut oil and make a paste.
c. Apply this paste on your face by gently rubbing the paste onto the skin.
d. Leave the Triphala mask for 15 minutes.
e. Then rinse the face with plain warm water.