College of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion

 

AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS

Triphala HERBAL POWDER (AYURVEDIC FORMULA )

Cleansing bowel tonic. Refreshes your body as it gently detoxes.

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How Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Triphala is recommended and used more than any other Ayurvedic herbal formulation. Popular for its unique ability to gently cleanse and detoxify the system while simultaneously replenishing and nourishing it, this traditional formula supports the proper functions of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory and genitourinary systems. Translated as "three fruits", it is composed of the dried fruits of amalaki, bibhitaki and haritaki. Containing five of the six tastes (all but salty), Triphala readily removes excess Vata, Pitta and Kapha from the body, bringing balance and proper functioning to the system. It is commonly taken as a daily supplement to help maintain balance of the doshas.

Since triphala is very astringent, it initially makes your mouth dry. The effect is temporary however. Shortly thereafter, it provokes release of saliva. Finally, triphala tastes sweet. To minimize dryness in the mouth, brew as a tea then strain. Or, mix with a bit of honey.
  • Assists natural internal cleansing
  • Gently maintains regularity
  • Nourishes and rejuvenates the tissues
  • Relieves constipation
  • Supports healthy digestion and absorption
  • Natural antioxidant

SUGGESTED USE

1/4-1/2tsp in warm water before brushing teeth at night or as directed by your practitioner.
How should I take my herbs?
Follow these guidelines

Metabolic Nature of Triphala

See a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
INCREASES
Guna Help

Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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DRY

ABOUT DRY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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TASTES
Taste Help

The 6 Tastes

Taste is used to sense the most basic properties and effects of food. Each taste has a specific medicinal effect on your body. Cravings for food with certain tastes indicate your body is craving specific medicinal results from food. Taste is experienced on the tongue and represents your body's reaction to foods. Sweet taste causes physical satisfaction and attraction whereas bitter taste causes discomfort and aversion. Kapha should use less sweet taste while Vata and Pitta would benefit from using more sweet taste. One of the first signs of illness is that your taste and appetite for food changes. The six tastes are sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Do you crave foods with any of the tastes below?

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ASTRINGENT

ABOUT ASTRINGENT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.

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SOUR

ABOUT SOUR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying Pitta pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Vata aggravating
HAS THE FOLLOWING
Affinity: Bowel Poop Elimination, Cleanse And Detox, Digestion,
Skin Care

SKIN-CARE

Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).

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HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Triphala
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Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

Sialogogue

STRONG SIALOGOGUE

A sialogogue increases saliva. Sour foods are often great sialogogues, and increase output of all exocrine glands. Salty taste is very moistening as well. Bitter, pungent and sweettastes also increase salivary output but to a lesser degree. Astringents.

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Digestive

DIGESTIVE

Herbs that encourage healthy digestion.

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General Laxative

STRONG GENERAL-LAXATIVE

Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.

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Stool Softener

STRONG STOOL-SOFTENER

Softens hard and difficult to eliminate stool. Stool softeners are the safest and most gentle type of laxative. Examples include warm milk with ghee.

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Breaks Up

BREAKS-UP

The Sanskrit word for breaking up congealed matter / clogs in the body. Often used for constipation. Be careful with herbs that have Bhedana action.

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Stimulant Laxative

STIMULANT-LAXATIVE

Stimulant laxatives induce bowel movements by stimulating peristaltic movement (the contraction of smooth muscle in the intestines). They are effective when used on a short-term basis. On a long-term basis, they can create dependency. Aka irritant laxativ

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Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Improves Focus

IMPROVES-FOCUS

Reduces scattered thoughts. Creates a steady mind. Includes herbs that relax (for Vata) and herbs that stimulate (for Kapha).

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Skin Tonic

SKIN-TONIC

An herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.

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Vulnerary

VULNERARY

An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).

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Flushes Membranes

FLUSHES-MEMBRANES

Herbs in this category stimulate mucus membranes to release fluids, flushing them out.

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Alterative

ALTERATIVE

Restores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.

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Opthalmic

OPTHALMIC

Benefits the eyes, vision tonic.

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Diuretic

DIURETIC

Herbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Triphala

Lemon

Lemon has these Actions in Common

Alterative, General-laxative, Sialogogue, Digestive, Improves-focus, Stool-softener, Flushes-membranes, Internal-detoxicant, Vulnerary

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Lime

Lime has these Actions in Common

Alterative, General-laxative, Sialogogue, Digestive, Improves-focus, Stool-softener, Flushes-membranes, Internal-detoxicant

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Dandelion Leaves

Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Diuretic, Stimulant-laxative, Breaks-up, General-laxative, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant

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Beets

Beets has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Opthalmic, Stool-softener, General-laxative, Skin-tonic, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulant-laxative

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White Vinegar

White Vinegar has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Improves-focus, Flushes-membranes, Internal-detoxicant, General-laxative, Sialogogue

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Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Improves-focus, Flushes-membranes, Internal-detoxicant, General-laxative, Sialogogue

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Salt (Mineral Salt)

Salt (Mineral Salt) has these Actions in Common

Flushes-membranes, Sialogogue, General-laxative, Stool-softener, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant

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Red Wine Vinegar

Red Wine Vinegar has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Improves-focus, Flushes-membranes, Internal-detoxicant, General-laxative, Sialogogue

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Strawberries

Strawberries has these Actions in Common

General-laxative, Skin-tonic, Alterative, Improves-focus, Digestive, Sialogogue

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Carrot

Carrot has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Internal-detoxicant, Diuretic, Opthalmic, General-laxative, Skin-tonic

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Aloe Vera Juice / Gel

Aloe Vera Juice / Gel has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Vulnerary, Alterative, Skin-tonic, General-laxative, Stimulant-laxative

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Triphala

Haritaki

Haritaki has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Vulnerary, Diuretic, Flushes-membranes, General-laxative, Internal-detoxicant, Opthalmic, Sialogogue, Alterative, Stool-softener

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Amalaki

Amalaki has these Actions in Common

Improves-focus, Internal-detoxicant, Opthalmic, Sialogogue, Skin-tonic, Alterative, Stool-softener, Digestive, General-laxative

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Goldenseal

Goldenseal has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Digestive, Diuretic, General-laxative, Internal-detoxicant, Opthalmic, Vulnerary

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Bhumyamalaki

Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Digestive, Diuretic, General-laxative, Internal-detoxicant, Skin-tonic

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Chyavanprash Nutritive Jam

Chyavanprash Nutritive Jam has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Digestive, General-laxative, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulant-laxative, Stool-softener

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Vidanga

Vidanga has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulant-laxative, Stool-softener

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Triphala Guggulu

Triphala Guggulu has these Actions in Common

General-laxative, Internal-detoxicant, Stool-softener, Digestive, Diuretic

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Red Clover

Red Clover has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Skin-tonic, Vulnerary

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Manjistha

Manjistha has these Actions in Common

Skin-tonic, Vulnerary, Alterative, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant

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Echinacea

Echinacea has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Digestive, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vulnerary

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Impact of Triphala

In each clinical research trial below, students from the Joyful Belly School of Ayurveda ate the selected food for 3 days and reported the pharmacological effects. See other clinical research trials for diet & herbs at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Triphala affect your temperature?

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3
12
4
0
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your temperature?

2
2
11
6
0
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your ear temperature?

2
16
3
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your sweat quantity?

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3
13
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your sweat quantity?

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2
16
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the color of your skin?

0
2
0
0
19
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue body?

3
6
0
12
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the swelling of your tongue body?

3
3
15
More SwellingLess SwellingNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your appetite/hunger?

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3
9
7
1
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your appetite/hunger?

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3
12
6
0
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your digestion speed?

2
12
5
2
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Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your digestion speed?

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7
8
5
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Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

TOXINS

How did Triphala affect the amount of gas & bloating?

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13
5
2
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the amount of gas & bloating?

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6
7
4
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your stool smell?

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0
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7
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool smell?

1
3
11
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

Tongue: How did Triphala affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

3
10
6
1
0
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

Tongue: How did Triphala affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

1
7
9
4
0
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue coating?

1
3
2
1
14
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue coating?

0
1
1
3
15
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your throat soreness?

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18
2
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your urine smell?

0
1
14
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine smell?

0
1
17
3
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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0
18
1
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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0
19
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your sweat smell?

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1
17
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your sweat smell?

0
2
15
4
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your acne?

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18
2
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your freckles/moles?

0
21
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

0
1
1
0
0
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
19
No Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of the lower eye lid?

0
1
20
0
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

HYDRATION

How did Triphala affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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0
13
5
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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1
15
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the dryness of your skin?

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2
11
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the puffiness of lower eye lid?

2
18
1
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the cracks on your tongue?

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3
14
3
0
Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

FLUID-THICKNESS

How did Triphala affect your ear pressure?

2
18
1
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your congestion?

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11
10
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

0
16
5
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Triphala affect your energy levels?

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2
11
8
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Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your energy levels?

1
0
9
10
0
Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your muscle tension?

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5
12
3
1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your muscle tension?

0
4
15
0
1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your anxiety?

0
4
12
5
0
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your anxiety?

0
3
15
1
1
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the stillness of your tongue?

1
17
3
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

DIGESTION

How did Triphala affect your appetite/hunger?

0
3
9
7
1
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your appetite/hunger?

0
3
12
6
0
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your digestion speed?

2
12
5
2
0
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your digestion speed?

0
7
8
5
0
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the amount of gas & bloating?

0
13
5
2
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the amount of gas & bloating?

1
6
7
4
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect burning sensations in digestive tract (do not include acid reflux)?

0
3
17
1
0
Much reliefSlight reliefSameSlightly more burningMuch more burning
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

TONGUE

How did Triphala affect the swelling of your tongue body?

3
3
15
More SwellingLess SwellingNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

Tongue: How did Triphala affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

3
10
6
1
0
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

Tongue: How did Triphala affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

1
7
9
4
0
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue body?

3
6
0
12
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the stillness of your tongue?

1
17
3
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue coating?

1
3
2
1
14
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your tongue coating?

0
1
1
3
15
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the cracks on your tongue?

1
3
14
3
0
Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

STOOL

How did Triphala affect your stool frequency/quantity?

2
3
4
9
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your stool frequency/quantity?

1
1
5
14
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool color?

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1
4
1
12
More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your stool color?

2
1
1
4
13
More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool lightness?

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8
10
3
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool lightness?

0
5
10
3
2
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your stool smell?

0
0
13
7
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool smell?

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5
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your stool consistency?

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1
Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your stool consistency?

2
9
2
5
2
Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

URINE

How did Triphala affect your urine clarity?

3
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6
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine clarity?

2
17
2
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your urine smell?

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1
14
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine smell?

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1
17
3
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your urine lightness?

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7
7
6
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine lightness?

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2
15
4
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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5
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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15
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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0
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1
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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0
19
2
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

SWEAT

How did Triphala affect your sweat smell?

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1
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2
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your sweat smell?

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2
15
4
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your sweat quantity?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your sweat quantity?

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2
16
2
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

SKIN

How did Triphala affect your acne?

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18
2
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the dryness of your skin?

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2
11
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your skin?

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2
0
0
19
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your freckles/moles?

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21
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DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

EYE

How did Triphala affect the color of the lower eye lid?

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1
20
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More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the puffiness of lower eye lid?

2
18
1
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

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1
1
0
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Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
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No Change
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

ENT

How did Triphala affect your ear temperature?

2
16
3
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your congestion?

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11
10
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your ear pressure?

2
18
1
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your throat soreness?

1
18
2
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

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16
5
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

SYSTEMIC

How did Triphala affect your temperature?

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Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your temperature?

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2
11
6
0
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your energy levels?

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2
11
8
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Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your energy levels?

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9
10
0
Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your muscle tension?

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5
12
3
1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your muscle tension?

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1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

How did Triphala affect your anxiety?

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4
12
5
0
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your anxiety?

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3
15
1
1
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 20 Study ID:42 (2020-10-05 - 2020-12-31)

HEART

How did Triphala affect your heart pain/pressure/cramping?

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0
20
1
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your heart rate?

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1
15
5
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Much slowerSlightly slowerSameSlightly fasterMuch faster
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)

How did Triphala affect your heart rhythm?

2
19
0
More palpitationsSameLess palpitations
Total Responses: 21 Study ID:69 (2021-10-24 - 2021-11-07)


Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Triphala may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Triphala may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

HERB DRUG INTERACTION RISK

Here are some potential herb drug interactions. Please see your health care provider for more information.
  • Alterative: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.
  • Diuretic: Diuretics may clear pharmaceutical drugs more quickly, lowering the effect.

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Does anyone know about the safety of anything for detox while nursing? I haven't been able to do a whole body cleanse for 2 1/2 years (2 babies since then...) and I my thoughts are that this would be safe but would love to hear from someone. This looks like exactly what I need.
- Julianne, Sauquoit, NY , 08-19-10 (Reply)
Turmeric, triphala, trikatu, and ginger are all herbs used for gentle detox postpartum available for purchase on joyfulbelly. Turmeric is especially used to purify breastmilk. For detailed information on Ayurveda & nursing click here: * https://www.joyfulbelly.com/Ayurveda/article/Breastfeeding-Difficulties-Challenges/230
Triphala is a diuretic and can be drying for some Vata constitutions, or even wake you up at night to pee. If that's happening, try haritaki alone...
Where are your products grown and processed? Can we be sure they don't contain heavy metals?
- Tami, Conway, AL , 07-02-13 (Reply)
Our products come from the top vendors in the country so we can assure our customers of purity.
This is pure organic triphala. Thanks!
Works wonderful and saved my from going to hospital!Many times over would recommend to anyone with digestive troubles so gentle and relieves abdominal pain! Hare Krsna!HariBol!
- Naddina, Arden, NC
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, 10-02-14 (Reply)
Thanks for your stellar recommendation of Triphala, Naddina! While Triphala is a wonderful remedy for digestive troubles, each case is different in symptoms and severity. We recommend a consultation with a practitioner to find the right herb for each unique client. So glad it worked for you!
- Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT, Albuquerque, NM , 10-06-14 (Reply)
Great question, Kristina! It means don't take Triphala if you are pregnant. Other types of laxatives are much better for constipation during pregnancy.
- Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT, Albuquerque, NM , 01-07-15 (Reply)
Is there a way to combat the insomnia that triphala brings on?
- claudia, San jose, CA , 02-02-15 (Reply)
You may soak triphala in water overnight and drink it in the morning to avoid insomnia. Or simply drink hot milk with ghee before bedtime.
- Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT, Albuquerque, NM , 02-02-15 (Reply)
Joyful Belly uses organic herbs wherever possible. Organic herbs are labelled organic on Joyful Belly, so that you always know the quality of the product you are buying. We use an advanced inventory supply system to ensure minimal inventory storage and maximum freshness of all our products.From our suppliers:Your health and well-being are our highest priority, and everything we do is managed with that in mind. We employ leading experts in the field of Ayurveda, and we have partnered with reputable laboratories here in the U.S. to ensure the purity and safety of our herbs. We have an extensive system for maintaining the highest possible standards for quality control of our herbs.Testing for botanicals is classified into the following four categories: Microbiologicals, Heavy Metals, Pesticides, and Identification.All of our herbs and tablets are tested multiple times at third party labs. Our labs use all appropriate testing methods, with criteria and methods of analysis determined by the following third-party organizations and protocols:BAM (Bacteriological Analytical Manual) is the FDA's preferred laboratory procedure for microbiological analyses of foods and cosmetics. These are a collection of procedures used for the detection of bacteria, viruses, parasites, yeast, mold, and microbial toxins. AOAC (Official Methods of Analysis) International evaluates chemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology methods of analysis.USP (simply USP) is an organization that sets standards for public health and related programs to help ensure the quality, safety, and benefit of medicines, supplements, and foods.AHPA (American Herbal Products Association) is a national trade association and voice for the herbal industry. The microbial standards are in conformity with (and exceed) those specified by the AHPA.Our herbs and products are tested for arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury using independent U.S. laboratories. The acceptable limits for daily intake are as follows:Arsenic content shall not exceed 0.01 milligrams per daily dose (10 micrograms per day)Cadmium content shall not exceed 0.006 mg/d (6 micrograms per day)Lead content shall not exceed 0.02 mg/d (20 micrograms per day)Mercury content shall not exceed 0.002 mg/d (2 micrograms per day)All of our products are within the safety guidelines stipulated by the American National Standards Institute/National Sanitation Foundation International Dietary Supplement Standard 173 (ANSI 173).For an herb to be certified organic, its entire production must be free from the use of pesticides, sewage sludge, ionizing radiation, and genetic engineering (GMOs). We do spot testing for pesticides in third-party labs to ensure the integrity of the organic certification of our partner farms.The National Organics Program (NOP), is a regulatory program housed within the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service and is the gold standard in the United States for certified organic materials. A product is considered certified organic only after having been validated by an accredited certifying agency. All of our organic herbs and products are USDA certified organic.
- Kimberly Kubicke, Asbury park, NJ
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