Description

Triphala is a composite herb containing equal proportions of three fruits Emblica officinalis, Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellirica. Terminalia bellerica has been used as a "health-harmonizer" in combination with Terminalia chebula and Emblica officinalis. This combination is also used to support cholesterol and heart tissue maintenance. Orally, Terminalia bellerica and Terminalia chebula are used for lipids and digestive conditions, including both diarrhea and constipation, and indigestion. The astringent properties of Terminalia bellerica and Terminalia chebula are attributed to their beneficial support in bowel regularity and digestion. Terminalia bellerica also contains gallic acid, and is thought to have hepatoprotective properties. An ethanolic extract of Terminalia chebula containing gallic acid and its ethyl ester may have activity for microbial balance. The gallic acid and chebulagic acid in Terminalia chebula may have immune-supportive properties for T lymphocytes. Preliminary evidence suggests that Emblica officinalis fruit and juice may support total serum cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), triglycerides, and phospholipids without affecting high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.