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Clinical Application of Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula Retz.) in Ayurveda

Author(s) Parul Anand, Bhupesh R. Patel
Country India
Abstract Haritaki is the herb that has been used since ancient times as a long-time staple of the Ayurvedic practice. It is often called as King of Medicine. Haritaki is traditionally used as a remedy for all Vata disturbances, including constipation, emaciation, flatulence and indigestion. While Haritaki is so well known for its rasayana property, it is actually Tridosha shamaka, as it helps bring balance to all three Doshas. As a natural laxative and purgative, it removes undigested food and accumulated toxins from the gastrointestinal tract. It strengthens and nourishes the tissues and supports proper function of the colon, lungs, liver and spleen. Haritaki is highly revered in India, as it is believed to increase energy, intelligence and awareness. A narrative review was done in order to explore the properties of haritaki from the Ayurvedic texts. The review revealed that not only haritaki can be used with the mentioned additives (anupana), but many other combinations can be made for different diseased conditions. The review also includes the uses of haritaki in wide range of diseases as per the clinical experiences of the author.
Keywords Haritaki, Terminalia Chebula Retz., Clinical Application, Bhava Prakasha
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 4, Issue 6, November-December 2022
Published On 2022-11-28
Cite This Clinical Application of Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula Retz.) in Ayurveda - Parul Anand, Bhupesh R. Patel - IJFMR Volume 4, Issue 6, November-December 2022. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2022.v04i06.1063
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2022.v04i06.1063
Short DOI https://doi.org/grc9gv

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