Significance of Triphala
Synonyms: Herbal remedy, Ayurvedic supplement, Digestive aid, Detoxifier, Health tonic
In Dutch: Triphala; In German: Triphala; In Finnish: Triphala; In Spanish: Triphala
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Buddhist concept of 'Triphala'
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) A powdered form of the three myrobalans, used in India for brewing alcohol, predating its use in Persia and China.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Triphala'
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Triphala is one of the Virechaka drugs used in Pradhana Karma, administered with Aaragvadha Kwath and Trivrit Avaleha as part of Virechana Karma.[2] (2) The extract is derived from dried fruits of Emblica officinalis, Terminalia bellirica, and Terminalia chebula, and is used in the green synthesis of iron nanoparticles.[3] (3) A magical drug composition having Deepana, Pachana, Chakshushya, Anulomana, Rasayana and Tridoshahara effects.[4] (4) This is an ingredient in Rasamritham, which is a combination of three fruits.[5] (5) This is an ingredient used to fortify food and ghee, and it is part of the dietary recommendations for managing Vicharchika, according to the text.[6]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) It is a substance that one must follow after the occurrence of prameha or diabetes mellitus.[7] (2) Combination of three myrobalans viz. T. chebula, T. bellarica, and E. officinalis.[8] (3) A substance having three content Amalaki, Haritaki and Bibhitaki all three content having anulomaka and rasayana property.[9] (4) This is known to strengthen eye muscles and supports good vision and eye health.[10] (5) This is an ingredient of phalatrikadi kwath, known for being kapha pitta shamak and possessing antidiabetic and antioxidant properties.[11]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) It is a traditional Ayurvedic formulation consisting of three fruits, namely, Amalaki, Bibhitaki, and Haritaki. It is used in Indian veterinary medicine for its antioxidant, digestive, and immunomodulatory properties.[12] (2) This is a mixture of dravyas, which is Bahumutrashoshaka.[13] (3) This is another form of treatment that can follow langhana, once the srotorodha is removed, but should not be initially prescribed when srotorodha is present.[14] (4) Triphala, a herbal blend consisting of three fruits — Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, and Phyllanthus emblica — serves as a herbal means for gut cleansing in Uni 5 and maintains digestive health.[15] (5) This is a yoga and is used in Murcharoga, as mentioned in the provided text.[16]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra
(1) Tri-phala, when powdered and combined with Haridra, should be licked up with honey and clarified butter, which is a medicinal compound used to treat Pandu-roga, according to the text.[17] (2) Tri-phala is an ingredient in an electuary used for cough and asthma, and also in a purgative compound for chronic fever.[18] (3) Triphala is a compound of three fruits mentioned in the text in the preparation of the Anjana for the kings, and also is used as an ingredient for a particular Anjana.[19]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) Triphala is one of the drugs that, when powdered with others, is used to prepare medicated Arishtas, which can cure Kushtha, obesity, urinary complaints, jaundice, and edima.[20] (2) This is an ingredient to cook with oil in order to disinfect and heal up the incidental ulcer.[21]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) A combination of three fruits, known for their collective purgative properties.[22]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) A term denoting a group of three fruits used therapeutically in Ayurvedic medicine.[23]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) The decoction of triphala plays a crucial role in the purification of mercury, forming an essential component of the preparatory process for the medicine.[24] (2) Triphala is an ingredient that is to be combined in equal parts with mercury, sulphur, copper, mica, trikatu, and croton seeds to create a particular medicinal preparation.[25] (3) Triphala is one of the ingredients that needs to be combined with mercury, sulphur, and other components to undergo the bhavana process.[26] (4) It is an ingredient used in the preparation of a medicine, measured as one tola.[27] (5) This substance is used in a proportion of two parts alongside haridra, haritaki, trikatu, jira, roots of danti, mercury and sulphur in a medicinal preparation.[28]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The decoction of triphala is used during the puta process, as the components are rubbed with it before heating, and it is also mixed with the ashes of the final preparation, according to the text.[29] (2) A medicinal herbal preparation mentioned in the context of purifying benign tuber poisons.[30] (3) An herbal formulation consisting of three fruits, used for its health-promoting properties when mixed with other ingredients.[31] (4) A combination of three fruits used in the preparation to purify guggulu.[32] (5) An herbal formulation used in various processes of iron treatment and incineration.[33]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) An ingredient often combined with gandhaka to promote long life and address issues such as loss of appetite.[34] (2) The decoction of this is used in the ninth process, where the substance is boiled by Dola-yantra for three hours.[35] (3) A herbal formulation used in conjunction with the essence of mica during the incineration processes and for bhavana.[36] (4) Another herbal formulation suggested to be taken alongside the medicine, promoting its healing effects.[37] (5) A traditional herbal mixture used in the purification of makshika, known for its health benefits.[38]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 1: Initiation, Mercury and Laboratory
(1) A traditional herbal preparation used in the purification process of mercury.[39] (2) A herbal formulation that may be combined with mercury to enhance its medicinal properties.[40] (3) A herbal powder used to cleanse mercury of its poisonous properties during purification.[41] (4) A traditional herbal formulation involved in the processes for its beneficial effects on mercury.[42]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) A combination of three fruits, used in several medicines, and mentioned in the context of treating various ailments related to gulma.[43] (2) An herbal formulation consisting of three fruits that is used in various remedies for its beneficial properties.[44] (3) A traditional herbal formulation in Ayurveda consisting of three fruits, used for digestion.[45] (4) An herbal composition used to pacify an excess of kapha, fat, and vayu in the treatment of obesity.[46]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) Triphala is an astringent substance that is capable of arresting local secretions and producing granulations in ulcers, aiding in healing.[47] (2) Triphala is a part of hair dye, used to make grey hairs black and is also a part of the hair-dye with mango stones.[48] (3) A compound used in a specific ratio with Somaraja seeds to cure ring-worms.[49] (4) A traditional Ayurvedic formulation comprising three fruits, often used for its health benefits.[50] (5) An herbal formula known for its purgative properties, made from three fruits.[51]
The concept of Triphala in local and regional sources
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This is a combination of three myrobalans, that is mentioned in the text as a rasayana that can lead to a long life free from old age and disease.[52]
The concept of Triphala in scientific sources
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) An Ayurvedic formulae used to rejuvenate the body, it lowers blood pressure, improves blood circulation, and lowers cholesterol.[53] (2) This has antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties and acts as a chelating agent.[54] (3) It is a well-known traditional ayurvedic formulation commonly used to tone up and support the normal functioning of the bowel.[55] (4) This indian herbal drug has in vitro cytotoxic and apoptotic activity.[56] (5) This is related to the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders and new perspectives on its use.[57]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) A popular Ayurvedic formula known as three fruits and used for treatments.[58] (2) This is a traditional Indian herbal preparation consisting of three fruits, and its antibacterial properties were investigated.[59] (3) A traditional Ayurvedic formulation combining Terminalia chebula, Terminalia belerica, and Emblica officinalis, evaluated for its antidiabetic and antioxidant activities.[60] (4) A combination of three medicinal plants (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia belerica, Emblica officinalis) studied for its antidiabetic and antioxidant effects.[61]