Description
Technically the fruit of the deciduous myrobalan plum tree, Haritaki is considered an important herb in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine, both forms of indigenous medicine in India. The fruit itself is small, oblong, and less than an inch in size.
Haritaki is high in:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
- Magnesium
- Amino acids
- Flavonoids
- Antioxidants
Haritaki is known for treatment for a host of ailments, including both short-term and chronic health concerns.
- Cough
- Constipation, Gas, & Bloating
- Indigestion
- Detoxification
- Weight loss
- Skin Disease
- Metabolism
- Immunity
- Fertility
- Cleansing
- Supporting regular bowel movements
Vrinda Devani, OB-GYN and Ayurvedic practitioner of Banyan Botanicals and Ayurprana says:
- “Haritaki is beneficial for a number of illnesses,” says Devani. “One of the unique things about haritaki is that as an herb that rejuvenates and nourishes all organs and tissues, it also supports immunity. It can support reproductive challenges like libido and fertility.”
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