Triphala: A Single Remedy for a Hundred Ailments—Learn How to Use It

For achieving a healthy, disease-free, and rejuvenated body, Maharishi Charak states in Ayurveda that Triphala is the supreme *Rasayana* (rejuvenating tonic). Triphala is composed of three ingredients: Yellow Harad (*Haritaki*), Baheda (*Bibhitaki*), and Amla (*Amalaki*). Take equal quantities of all three and grind them into a fine powder.

Things You Will Need

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Method

Consume According to the Season

Taking Triphala in accordance with the changing seasons is particularly beneficial:

1. Shravan–Bhadrapada: Take Triphala powder mixed with rock salt.

2. Ashwin–Kartik: Take Triphala mixed with sugar.

3. Margashirsha–Paush: Take Triphala mixed with dry ginger powder (*Sonth*).

4. Magha–Phalguna: Take Triphala mixed with powder of long pepper (*Chhoti Pipper*).

5. Chaitra–Vaishakh: Triphala should be taken mixed with honey.

6. Jyeshtha–Ashadha: During this season, taking Triphala with jaggery is beneficial.

Please Note:

Whichever accompanying substance is chosen to be taken with the Triphala powder, it should be mixed in a quantity equal to just one-sixth of a teaspoon.

The Benefits You Will Gain

• Physical lethargy is eliminated.
• Eyesight improves.
• Constipation issues are resolved, and stomach-related ailments are prevented.
• The body becomes radiant; the blood is purified, and skin diseases are prevented.
• Hair growth is stimulated, and the hair gradually begins to turn black.
• Intellectual acuity increases, and both physical and mental health issues are alleviated.