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About Haritaki

Botanical Name: Terminalia chebula
Sanskrit Name: Haritaki

English Name: Chebulic
Family: Combretaceae

Common name: Harad, Haritaki
Synonyms: Abhaya, Avyatha, Pathya, Kapastha, Pootana, Chetaki, Sreyasi, Shiva
Habit: Perennial plant.
Useful Parts: Fruit

Haritaki

Health Benefits

Haritaki leaves
Gushes toxins & vitality Improver

Gushes toxins & vitality Improver

Stabilizes metabolism & prevents bloating

Stabilizes metabolism & prevents bloating

Relieves constipation and promotes bowel health

Relieves constipation and promotes bowel health

Prevents gum infections, ulcers, and dermatoses

Prevents gum infections, ulcers, and dermatoses

Boosts the immune system and prolongs life

Boosts the immune system and prolongs life

Ayurvedic Properties

Rasa (Taste)
Sweet – Madhura, Sour – Amla, Bitter – Tikta, Pungent – Katu, Astringent – Kashaya.

Laghu (Light), Rooksha (Dry)

Ushna (Heating)

(Post-digestive Effect) Madhura (Sweet)
It balances Vata, Pitta, and Kapha (Tridosha balancing); excess however may increase Vata.

Traditional & Medicinal Uses

Digestion

Digestion:

Haritaki powder has mild stimulating laxative properties.
Oral Health

Oral Health:

Gargling with a decoction for gum bleeding and tooth care.
Respiratory Health

Respiratory Health:

Haritaki chewing relieves cough.
External Paste

External Paste:

Mouth ulcers and skin infections

Scientific & Clinical Research

Antibacterial & Antifungal: So many germs but ulcers get infected.


Laxative Property: Similar to castor oil with regard to physiological effects in the GIT.


Immunity Booster: Tri-Phala consists of Haritaki and many anti-aging effects.


Enriches Heart Health: Haritaki extract inducts isotropic effects on the heart.

Insights

The great rejuvenator Haritaki, which has been in Ayurveda for centuries, promotes longevity, digestion, detoxifying, and immunity. Supplements, powders, or herbal formulations-all are important Ayurvedic remedies for holistic wellness.