Agriculture in Nepal
Terminalia chebula Uses and health Benefits of Haritaki
The botanical name of the herb Haritaki is referred to as Terminalia chebula. It is a wonderful herb used for varied health benefits and even for treating many diseases. The herb is used since ancient times by the ancient healers to treating cough in adults as well as in babies. It can be mixed along with honey and given to babies, as some babies tend to vomit on consuming this herb for the first time.
Effective Health Benefits of Haritaki Herb
It is effectively used for weight loss and is helpful in removing the toxins from the body. It helps in the proper assimilation of food and prevents the body from bloating sensation and acidity. The Haritaki herb is known to have rejuvenating, laxative, astringent and purgative properties. The paste of the Haritaki fruit is made use effectively to reduce ulcer, swelling as well as for cleansing of wounds. It also provides relief to eyelids for people suffering from conjunctivitis. Powdered form of this herb can be consumed regularly and fried in ghee to boost the energy of the body as well as promote longevity.
It is widely used even to treat skin allergy caused by the use of metal earrings in the ears. It is also known to have antibacterial properties and is effective in treating conditions like acne. It is an herbaceous plant that is widely used as a holistic medicine and is most commonly used to treat conditions like constipation as well as digestive condition.
Nutritional facts of Terminalia chebula
Terminalia chebula also generally known as chebulic myrobalan, belong to the genus Terminalia. The edible fruit is highly nutritious, and the fruit is sweet, sour or bitter in its taste. The fruit contains a lot of protein and vitamins. The fruit is an outstanding source of Vitamin C, and it is rich in many minerals like potassium, iron, manganese, copper, and selenium. The healing powers of this herb are without a doubt astonishing, and it is used with honey and ghee for treating anemia. The fruits of the Haritaki plant are used even in salads, and they are known to have carditonic properties as well. Organic farm Nepal participates to protect this valuable medicinal plant for generations and planted some in farm.
