Organic Triphala Churna (powder), 100 g

Triphala, also called three fruits, is considered in Ayurveda as the It is traditionally Ayurvedic tradition (not scientifically proven) It is said to have regenerating and rejuvenating powers. It consists of equal parts of the three fruits Amla (Indian gooseberry), Haritaki (myrobalan) and Bibhitaki (green beleric Myrobalane). Amla primarily calms Pitta, Haritaki harmonizes especially Vata and Bibhitaki pacifies mainly Kapha. The Combination of the three fruits balances all doshas.

Modern science has defined a measurement to determine antioxidant properties of a plant, the so-called ORAC value. ORAC stands for Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity and is measured in ORAC units per 100 g. It gives the consumer a comparative measure that can be used as an indication of the antioxidant potential of food.

According to some scientists, the average Daily requirement of an adult is approximately 5,000 – 7,000 ORAC units. The Triphala powder from Classic Ayurveda contains 134,847 ORAC units (determined by the LEFO Institute – accredited Two examples for comparison: Raspberries contain 100 g 4,882 units, Moringa leaf powder 62,600 units. This Triphala powder contains a significantly higher level of ORAC units and also shows in small quantities taken as a dietary supplement an antioxidant potential.