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According to Devani and 2014 research, haritaki is beneficial for:
Haritki
Terminalia chebula is a medium to large deciduous tree growing to 30 m (98 ft) tall, with a trunk up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter.
Medicinal Plant
Haritki
Terminalia chebula is a medium to large deciduous tree growing to 30 m (98 ft) tall, with a trunk up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter.
Terminalia chebula is a medium to large deciduous tree growing to 30 m (98 ft) tall, with a trunk up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter. The leaves are alternate to subopposite in arrangement, oval, 7–8 cm (2.8–3.1 in) long and 4.5–10 cm (1.8–3.9 in) broad with a 1–3 cm (0.39–1.18 in) petiole.[3] They have an acute tip, cordate at the base, margins entire, glabrous above with a yellowish pubescence below.The fruit is drupe-like, 2–4.5 cm (0.79–1.77 in) long and 1.2–2.5 cm (0.47–0.98 in) broad, blackish, with five longitudinal ridges. The dull white to yellow flowers are monoecious, and have a strong, unpleasant odour. They are borne in terminal spikes or short panicles. The fruits are smooth ellipsoid to ovoid drupes, yellow to orange-brown in colour, with a single angled stone.
Scientific Name
Terminalia chebula
Family
Combretaceae
Common Name
Haritki
Botanical Description
About the Haritki Plant
Terminalia chebula is a medium to large deciduous tree growing to 30 m (98 ft) tall, with a trunk up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter. The leaves are alternate to subopposite in arrangement, oval, 7–8 cm (2.8–3.1 in) long and 4.5–10 cm (1.8–3.9 in) broad with a 1–3 cm (0.39–1.18 in) petiole.[3] They have an acute tip, cordate at the base, margins entire, glabrous above with a yellowish pubescence below.The fruit is drupe-like, 2–4.5 cm (0.79–1.77 in) long and 1.2–2.5 cm (0.47–0.98 in) broad, blackish, with five longitudinal ridges. The dull white to yellow flowers are monoecious, and have a strong, unpleasant odour. They are borne in terminal spikes or short panicles. The fruits are smooth ellipsoid to ovoid drupes, yellow to orange-brown in colour, with a single angled stone.
Ayurvedic Properties
Rasa · Guna · Virya · Vipaka
Harad improves digestion by forming a healthy intestinal environment and by increasing the absorption of nutrients from the food. This is due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties. The plant can be used as antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, antistress, antispasmodic, hypotensive, hypolipidemic, anthelmintic and purgative agent. Haritaki is used to treat diseases like Skin allergies, Diabetes mellitus, Hemorrhoid, Cough ,Ashtama. Moreover, harad also has Rechana (laxative) property that can aid in constipation.
Chemical Composition
Phytochemical Constituents
A number of glycosides have been isolated from haritaki, including the triterpenes arjunglucoside I, arjungenin, and the chebulosides I and II. Other constituents include a coumarin conjugated with gallic acids called chebulin, as well as other phenolic compounds including ellagic acid, 2,4-chebulyl- β-D-glucopyranose, chebulinic acid, gallic acid, ethyl gallate, punicalagin, terflavin A, terchebin, luteolin, and tannic acid. Chebulic acid is a phenolic acid compound isolated from the ripe fruits.
Luteic acid can be isolated from the bark.
Terminalia chebula also contains terflavin B, a type of tannin, while chebulinic acid is found in the fruits.
Health Benefits
Therapeutic Benefits of Haritki
From classical Ayurvedic indications to modern phytotherapeutic insights — explore the spectrum of wellness benefits this herb has to offer.
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Cough
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Constipation, gas, and bloating 3.Indigestion
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Detoxification
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Weight loss
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Skin disease
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Metabolism
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Immunity
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Fertility
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Libido
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Cleansing
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Supporting regular bowel movements 13.Nourishing and rejuvenating the tissues
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Is Haritaki safe
Although haritaki is generally considered safe, some people should avoid it. Don’t take haritaki if you:
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are pregnant 2.recently donated blood 3.experience fatigue 4.have diarrhea
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are dehydrated
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take anti-glycemic medications, like insulin or alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
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Contradictions
Single herb usage of Haritaki is contraindicated in lactating mothers. It may decrease breast milk production. Harad in some people may cause abdominal pain. It is specifically found in people who cannot tolerate heat or peopl with extreme stomach sensitivity or severe gastritis.