{"product_id":"terminalia-chebula-haritaki-fruit-seedless-fruits-tbc","title":"Terminalia chebula (Haritaki Fruit) Seedless Fruits TBC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTerminalia chebula, commonly known as Haritaki, is a large deciduous tree. It can grow up to 30 meters tall. The tree has a rounded crown with wide, spreading branches. Its bark is dark brown and peels off in uneven, flaky scales. The leaves grow almost opposite each other and are oval to elliptical in shape. Many leaves have two noticeable glands near the top of the leaf stalk. The medicinal part is the dried outer layer of the fruit, not the seed. This fruit is oval and ranges in color from yellow-green to orange-brown. As it dries, it becomes hard and forms five long ridges along its surface. Haritaki is native to South and Southeast Asia. In India, it grows across the sub-Himalayan belt and in mixed deciduous forests. It prefers dry slopes and can grow up to 1,500 meters in elevation. It is also cultivated in Haryana, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthcare Perspective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Ayurveda, Haritaki is highly respected and is often called the “King of Medicines.” It is also valued in Siddha and Tibetan medical systems. The herb is classified as a Rasayana, meaning it supports long-term health and renewal. Haritaki is unique because it contains five of the six tastes, lacking only the salty taste. Because of this, it is traditionally used to balance all three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The dried fruit is a main ingredient in the well-known Triphala formulation. In traditional healthcare, Haritaki is used as a mild carminative and laxative. This helps support regular digestion and colon health. It has also been used in remedies for breathing comfort and mental clarity. Gargles made from the fruit are traditionally used to support oral hygiene. The name Haritaki reflects the belief that the herb helps remove disease from the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytochemical Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe activity of Terminalia chebula fruit comes mainly from its very high tannin content. Tannins can make up about 30 to 40 percent of the dried fruit. Important compounds include chebulinic acid, chebulagic acid, and corilagin. The fruit also contains simple phenolic acids such as gallic acid and ellagic acid. These increase during fruit maturation and drying. In addition, the outer fruit layer contains flavonoids like rutin and quercetin. It also includes triterpenoids such as arjungenin and arjunglucoside I. This combination of polyphenols and glycosides gives Haritaki strong antioxidant and astringent effects. These properties are mainly found in the outer fruit layer rather than the inner seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not use if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications. Discontinue use if diarrhea or loose stools occur. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cultivators-b2b-new","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46730766516393,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/7161\/7449\/files\/Untitleddesign_7.jpg?v=1770981037","url":"https:\/\/cultivatornatural.com\/products\/terminalia-chebula-haritaki-fruit-seedless-fruits-tbc","provider":"cultivators-b2b-new","version":"1.0","type":"link"}