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| Terminalia chebula | |||
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| Name | |||
| Myrobalan | |||
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Terminalia chebula, Terminalia reticulata |
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| Other Names | |||
| Myrobalan, Indian Gall Nut, Haritaki,
Hardh, Har Kadukka, the ink tree, harar, harir |
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| Parts Used | |||
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Fruit |
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| Remedies For | |||
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Action Rejuvenative, tonic, astringent, laxative, nervine, expectorant, anthelmintic, alterative Uses The fruit from this herb is among the "triphala" (combination of three herbs) of Ayurveda. It is useful in asthma, sore throat, vomiting, eye diseases, heart diseases, hiccup, etc. |
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| Description | |||
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This herb is a tree that grows in many parts of India. |
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| Dosage | |||
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Decoction, powder, paste, gargle. |
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| Safety | |||
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Do not take this herb if you are pregnant or if you are suffering from dehydration, severe exhaustion, and emaciation. No other information about the safety of this herb is available. Use caution. Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination to neutralize the toxicity one herb with the opposing effect of other. Do not take except under the supervision of a qualified professional. |
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