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Organic Triphala Powder – Ayurveda's Original Prebiotic Herbal Blend for Gut Health, Natural Eye Wellness & Vitality

Organic Triphala Powder – Ayurveda's Original Prebiotic Herbal Blend for Gut Health, Natural Eye Wellness & Vitality

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A classical three-fruit blend of Haritaki, Bibhitaki, and Amalaki, combined in equal parts following one of Ayurveda's oldest and most enduring formulas. Traditionally stirred into warm water before bed as part of a nightly ritual, it's valued as a gentle daily tonic that both cleanses and nourishes. Certified organic, with no fillers or additives.

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About This Formula

Triphala, Sanskrit for "three fruits", is one of the most well-known and widely used formulas in Ayurvedic tradition, combining equal parts Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica), and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis).

Triphala is traditionally described in Ayurveda as tridoshic and is traditionally classified as a Rasayana, a formula traditionally understood in Ayurveda to cleanse while simultaneously nourishing the tissues. It has a long history of traditional use across Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and remains one of the most widely researched Ayurvedic formulas in ongoing scientific study.

This formula is also part of Vitality Now's own range, Triphala is one of the traditional herbs included in the Apana Prana digestive blend.

Traditional Ayurvedic wellness product. Terms such as "Rasayana" and "tridoshic" describe traditional Ayurvedic concepts and are not claims of medical or physiological effect on any organ, system, or condition. This information is not medical advice and has not been evaluated by the TGA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Benefits

• Inspired by traditionally valued herbs classified in Ayurveda as a tridoshic Rasayana formula, traditionally considered suitable for a broad range of constitutions

• Inspired by traditionally valued herbs used to support comfortable, regular natural daily elimination, Triphala's best-known traditional use

• Inspired by traditionally valued herbs used to support comfortable digestion after meals

• Inspired by traditionally valued herbs used as part of Ayurvedic seasonal and daily wellness routines for centuries across multiple traditional medicine systems

• Naturally rich in antioxidant compounds, including gallic acid, ellagic acid, chebulinic acid, flavonoids, and natural Vitamin C

Directions for Use

• Standard preparation: 1–4 capsules, or a small pinch of powder (approximately ¼ to ½ teaspoon), up to three times a day — or as guided by your Ayurvedic practitioner.

• Traditional timing: Taking Triphala at night before bed, mixed in warm water, is the most traditional approach, associated with comfortable overnight gut transit and morning elimination.

• With warm water (most common): Stir ½–1 teaspoon of powder into a glass of warm water and drink.

• With honey and warm water (traditional): Mix ½ teaspoon with a small amount of raw honey in warm water. Do not mix honey into very hot liquid.

• With ghee (for Vata types): For a dry or Vata-dominant constitution, traditionally mixed with a small amount of warm ghee.

• As an oral rinse (traditional): Prepare a Triphala decoction (simmer ½ teaspoon in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes, strain and cool). Traditionally used as a mouth rinse after brushing.

• As an eye wash (traditional, use with particular care): This is a traditional Ayurvedic practice, but using any herbal preparation near the eyes carries real risk if not prepared and strained correctly. It's best to check with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner before attempting this, and only use a preparation that has been very finely strained and completely cooled.

• Long-term daily use: Triphala is traditionally used as an ongoing daily tonic rather than a short-term intervention.

• Important note: If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking anything prescribed by a doctor, it's best to check with them before use. Start with a smaller amount to see how it feels before increasing.

Key Botanicals

• Haritaki fruit powder (Terminalia chebula), certified organic

• Bibhitaki fruit powder (Terminalia belerica), certified organic

• Amalaki fruit powder (Emblica officinalis / Phyllanthus emblica), certified organic

No fillers, binders, preservatives, or additives. 100% pure certified organic three-fruit Triphala powder.

Why it works?

  • benefits of amla herb
  • benefits of bibhitaki herb
  • benefits of haritaki herb

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Triphala and why is it so important in Ayurveda? +

Triphala, meaning 'three fruits', is one of Ayurveda's most ancient and revered formulas, combining Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica), and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) in equal parts. It is tridoshic, balancing all three doshas, and is considered Ayurveda's most complete digestive and whole-body wellness formula. It is used as a daily tonic for natural digestion, natural elimination, natural eye wellness, and tissue nourishment, as part of an everyday wellness routine.

How do I take Triphala powder? +

Triphala is most traditionally taken as ½–1 teaspoon stirred in warm water before bed, the overnight preparation allows the formula's gentle cleansing and tissue-nourishing action to work through the digestive system during sleep. It can also be taken first thing in the morning with warm water. Some practitioners recommend taking with honey for Kapha types, ghee for Vata types, or rock sugar for Pitta types. An Ayurvedic practitioner can help you tailor this to your own routine.

Is Triphala safe for long-term daily use? +

Triphala is one of Ayurveda's most recommended long-term daily tonics, specifically formulated to be gentle and non-depleting enough for sustained daily use over months and years. Unlike many cleansing herbs that can deplete the tissues with extended use, Triphala's three-fruit combination simultaneously cleanses and nourishes, making it classically suited to lifelong daily use. If you're making it a regular daily habit, it's a good idea to mention it to your doctor, just so they have the full picture of what you're taking.

Can Triphala help with constipation and natural bowel regularity? +

Triphala is Ayurveda's most widely used formula for supporting comfortable, regular natural elimination, its three fruits address Vata, Pitta, and Kapha causes of sluggish elimination simultaneously through different mechanisms. Its gentle character makes it particularly suited to long-term use for everyday bowel wellness, as part of a daily routine rather than a treatment for anything specific. If digestive concerns persist, it's best to check in with your doctor.

Can Triphala support eye wellness? +

Triphala is one of Ayurveda's most traditionally valued herbs for the eyes (Netra), classically used as an eye wash (Netra Prakshalana) to naturally refresh, cool, and support comfortable eye wellness. Haritaki in particular has a strong classical association with supporting natural eye ease in Ayurvedic tradition. This is a traditional everyday wellness practice, not intended for any specific eye concern, if you have any ongoing eye issues, it's best to check with your doctor first.

Can Triphala support natural weight management? +

Triphala's comprehensive Ama-clearing and Agni-supporting action makes it a traditional component of Ayurvedic weight wellness routines, addressing the sluggish digestion and accumulated metabolic residue that Ayurveda considers a factor in feeling out of balance. This is an everyday wellness practice, not a treatment for any specific weight concern, for more personalised guidance, your doctor is a good place to start.

What is the difference between Triphala and Avipattikar for digestion? +

Triphala is a tridoshic whole-system tonic for everyday digestive maintenance and natural elimination, gentle and suitable for all body types for long-term daily use. Avipattikar is specifically formulated for excess Pitta, the hot, sour, burning digestive pattern, and adds additional Pitta-cooling and natural elimination-supporting herbs beyond the Triphala base. For everyday digestive wellness, Triphala is the starting point. For specifically heat-type digestive concerns, Avipattikar is more targeted.