Cosmoveda - BIO Haritaki Capsules - 80 pieces

The Haritaki sees itself as a tree with healing properties. It grows up to 30 meters in height while its trunk is about one meter thick. Scientifically, the deciduous tree is also referred to as chebulic myrobalans. Its evergreen foliage is striking. Its oval shape ends in a short petiole.

Fruits that are used in Ayurvedic nutrition ripen on the Haritaki tree. For example in the popular mixture Triphala. Before doing so, the fruit must be dried sufficiently. They are then ground into a fine powder. Our Haritaki powder comes from Indian and Sri Lankan fair trade and organic projects.

Origin & Use

You will find the tree in South and Southeast Asia. These include India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, Pakistan and Malaysia. It also occasionally occurs in China. The Terminalia chebula likes it dry and prefers to settle on mountain slopes up to 900 meters above sea level.

There is a popular custom in their homeland: the fruits are picked while they are still green and pickled with a little sugar. The whole thing is then boiled to make a syrup. It is interesting that the fruits vary depending on the region. Which is why seven different species are listed to this day. Their names are Putana, Vijaya, Jivanti, Rohini, Amrita, Abhaya and Chetaki. Therefore, when buying, it is important to pay attention to the country of origin of the capsules.

Terminalia chebula is used in a variety of ways in Ayurveda. In addition to the triphala mixture already mentioned, there are other areas of application (homeostatic, antitussive, laxative, diuretic, cardiotonic). Whether and how strong the Haritaki works here has not been sufficiently proven and is mainly based on experience reports.

Ingredients of the Haritaki

Scientists have studied the fruits of Haritaki. They contain a good portion of vitamin C and the amino acid glutathione. It is a very oily fruit with a lot of fatty acids. Paired with glycosides (arjungenin, chebuloside, arjunglucoside) and coumarin.

What makes Haritaki so special?

Among connoisseurs, it is referred to as a "rejuvenation herb" (source: https://supernahrung.com/haritaki/ ) Its ingredients are said to help slow down the aging process. Not only visible in the complexion, but also from within. In addition to the capsule form, Haritaki is also available as a powder. This can be used to brew tea. But it shouldn't be more than a teaspoon full.

In its South Asian homeland, the Haritaki tree is revered in a certain way. Once for its traditional use in alternative medicine. But also because it grows so undemandingly and is therefore also used as a plant on roads, for example.

Consumption recommendation

Take 3 capsules of 0.43 g each (0.33 g net content herbal powder) three times a day. The daily dose corresponds to 2.97 g herbal powder. The specified recommended consumption quantity must not be exceeded. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet. Keep safe from small children.

possible side effects

So far no Haritaki side effects are known. Nevertheless, pregnant women are advised not to take the capsules. Basically, you should start with small amounts. If there are no negative effects, the amount consumed can be gradually increased to the recommended daily dose. It is always important to pay attention to your own well-being.

Ingredients / ingredients:

Crushed fruits of the Chebulic Myrobalan* (Terminalia chebula), vegetable capsule made from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.

*from controlled organic cultivation