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Planetary Herbals Triphala Traditional Ayurvedic Purifier – 1,000 mg (90 Tablets)
In classical Ayurvedic wellness traditions dating back over 5,000 years, true health begins in the gut. Planetary Herbals Triphala Traditional Ayurvedic Purifier delivers a time-tested blend of three wildcrafted fruits designed to gently encourage regular bowel movements, tone the intestinal walls, and support daily detoxification without uncomfortable cramping or harsh laxative dependency.
Product Highlights at a Glance:
- ✓ 1,000 mg per tablet (2,000 mg per 2-tablet serving) of pure classic Triphala fruit blend
- ✓ Gentle, non-habit forming colon toning and regularity support
- ✓ High in naturally occurring bioflavonoids, polyphenols, and heat-stable Vitamin C
- ✓ Formulated by legendary herbalist Michael Tierra, L.Ac., O.M.D.
- ✓ Free of harsh stimulant laxatives like senna or cascara
What Is Triphala? The "Three Fruits" of Ayurvedic Balance
The word Triphala literally translates from Sanskrit to "three fruits." Unlike single-herb products, Triphala is a synergistic formula combining three native Indian fruits that work together to balance digestion, mucosal tissue integrity, and healthy elimination:
- Amla (Emblica officinalis / Indian Gooseberry): Famous for its cooling nature and exceptionally high levels of heat-stable Vitamin C and protective tannins. Amla deeply nourishes gastrointestinal mucosal tissues and defends cells against oxidative stress.
- Behada (Terminalia bellerica / Bibhitaki): Known for warming and astringent qualities. Behada helps remove excess mucus from the digestive lining and is naturally rich in gallic and ellagic acids that support metabolic and respiratory balance.
- Harada (Terminalia chebula / Haritaki): Often called the "King of Medicines" in Tibetan and Ayurvedic healing. Harada provides natural colon-toning and mild aperient effects, encouraging smooth intestinal muscle contractions (peristalsis) without irritating the gut barrier.
How Triphala Works: Scientific Research & Gut Microbiome Benefits
Many over-the-counter cleansing remedies push the colon to dump water rapidly, which can deplete minerals, flush out friendly microbes, and cause rebound constipation once you stop taking them. Triphala works through an entirely different mechanism: nourishing and toning rather than irritating.
Modern medical research confirms what ancient practitioners observed over centuries:
Prebiotic Action & Microflora Support: A comprehensive scientific review published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine highlighted that the rich polyphenols (chebulinic acid, chebulagic acid, and gallic acid) found in Triphala are fermented by gut microflora into beneficial metabolites. This process actively supports friendly gut bacteria such as Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus while suppressing undesirable microbes (Peterson et al., 2017).
Improved Stool Yield & Reduced Discomfort: Clinical trials in humans evaluating patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders noted that regular Triphala supplementation significantly relieved bowel transit sluggishness, reduced bloating and abdominal cramps, and improved overall stool frequency and consistency without dependency (Mukherjee et al., 2006).
Epithelial Cell Protection: Research demonstrates that Triphala's rich antioxidant matrix protects intestinal brush border membranes, replenishing glutathione stores and shielding vulnerable mucosal linings from oxidative inflammation.
Complete Supplement Facts & Ingredient Listing
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Tablets
Servings Per Container: 45
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10 |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2 g (1%*) |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g (4%*) |
| Sodium | 5 mg (<1%*) |
| Proprietary Blend: | 2.0 g (2,000 mg) † |
| Chebulic Myrobalan Fruit (Terminalia chebula), Amla Fruit (Emblica officinalis), and Belleric Myrobalan Fruit (Terminalia bellerica). | |
* Percent Daily Values (%DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
† Daily Value not established.