Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Called the mother of remedies — tridoshic despite heating virya; gently scrapes ama and regulates the bowels without weakening them.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Powder with warm water at night for regularity; seasonal anupana per the ritu-haritaki tradition.
Classical Provenance: Charaka Samhita; Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (haritakyadi varga).
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- ritu haritaki: taken with a different anupana each season (rock salt in monsoon, jaggery in autumn, ginger in winter…)
- as part of triphala
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: pregnancy
- Contraindication: dehydration or emaciation
- Contraindication: acute vata aggravation from fasting or exertion
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Haritaki (chebulic myrobalan)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (3g):
