Churnam
Haritaki Powder
Haritaki Churnam (Terminalia chebula) is revered in Ayurveda as Abhaya, "the fearless one," and is considered the most versatile single herb in the classical pharmacopoeia. The Charaka Samhita places it at the very top of Rasayana herbs. It is the first of the three fruits in Triphala.
How to use
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) with warm water, preferably before bed.
Haritaki Powder
Haritaki possesses five of the six tastes (all except salty) and balances all three Doshas with a particular affinity for Vata. Its warming Virya combined with a sweet Vipaka gives it the rare quality of being warming yet not aggravating to Pitta. Classical texts describe it as Anulomana, the primary herb for healthy elimination.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) with warm water, preferably before bed. Traditionally taken with different carriers in different seasons: rock salt in the rains, sugar in autumn, ginger in early winter, Pippali in late winter, honey in spring and jaggery in summer.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Benefits
- Called Abhaya ("the fearless one"), the most versatile herb in Ayurveda
- Possesses five of six tastes for broad, balanced action
- Supports healthy digestion and natural elimination (Anulomana)
- Primarily Vata-balancing while harmonising all three Doshas
- Classified as a premier Rasayana in the Charaka Samhita
- Traditionally taken with seasonal carriers for year-round benefit
Classical reference
Charaka Samhita (Chikitsa Sthana), Ashtanga Hridayam, Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Sushruta Samhita
- Virya: Ushna (Warming)
- Prabhava: Rasayana, Anulomana, Deepana, Medhya
