TRIPHALA
'No mother? Well never mind, as long as you have Triphala.' A common expression in India.
The most popular herbal remedies in the health food industry are those which promote bowel movement. The reason is quite simple since the most common problem of so many individuals is constipation and bowel irregularity. Consider how tremendously valuable a formula is that not only regulates bowel movement but at the same time does the following:
- improves digestion,
- reduces serum cholesterol,
- improves circulation (potentiates adrenergic function),
- contains 31% linoleic acid,
- exerts a marked cardio-protective effect,
- reduces high blood pressure,
- improves liver function,
- has proven anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties,
- expectorant, hypotensive.
Sound like a panacea? Well, it is practically just that.
Triphala, as it is called, is the most popular Ayurvedic herbal formula of India, since it is an effective laxative which also supports the body's strength. The constitution of vegetarian Hindus cannot tolerate harsh laxatives anymore than vegetarians in other countries. Because of its high nutritional value, Triphala uniquely cleanses and detoxifies at the deepest organic levels without depleting the body's reserves. This makes it one of the most valuable herbal preparations in the world.
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