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    Triphala

    Also known as: Triphala churna, Amla + Bibhitaki + Haritaki

    The blend is rich in polyphenols and tannins (including gallic and ellagic acid derivatives). Small RCTs suggest benefit for constipation and gut symptoms, but study quality is low and standardisation between products varies widely.

    Last reviewed: 2026-10-06 · 0 indexed studies

    Evidence Score
    25/100
    Digestive-regularity supplementsAyurvedic formulasGut-health blends
    Data Completeness3/4 · 75%
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    Overview

    Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic blend of three fruits — amla (Emblica officinalis), bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) and haritaki (Terminalia chebula) — used primarily for digestive regularity. Modern human evidence is limited to a handful of small trials.

    Mechanism & Function

    Mechanism of Action

    Mild laxative effect attributed to anthraquinone-containing fruits and osmotic effects of polyphenols; prebiotic-like modulation of the gut microbiome is suggested by early studies.

    Physiological Role

    No physiological role; a traditional polyherbal blend.

    Primary Pathways

    Mild osmotic/stimulant laxationPolyphenol antioxidant activityGut-microbiome modulation (early evidence)

    Performance / Health Relevance

    No performance relevance.

    Evidence Review

    Overall25/100
    Human ClinicalN/A

    No human clinical studies indexed for this ingredient yet.

    Meta-AnalysisN/A

    No meta-analyses or systematic reviews indexed for this ingredient yet.

    Mechanistic45/100
    Real-World0/100
    Safety75/100

    Dimensions marked N/A have no indexed evidence of that class. They are shown as unavailable rather than scored.

    Practical Use & Dosage

    Minimum Effective Dose
    ~1–2 g/day in traditional use
    Optimal Range
    1–3 g/day
    Upper / Caution Level
    Loose stools at higher doses
    Timing
    Traditionally before bed or between meals
    Best Format
    Standardised blend of the three fruit extracts
    Bioavailability
    Polyphenol tannins have low systemic absorption; effects are largely local to the gut.
    Absorption Considerations
    Product standardisation varies — tannin content differs between suppliers.

    Safety & Interactions

    Side Effects

    • •Loose stools or cramping at high doses

    Contraindications

    • Pregnancy (insufficient data)
    • Diarrhoea or IBS-D (may worsen)

    Drug Interactions

    • •None well established; separate from medications due to tannin binding (theoretical)

    Who Should Avoid

    • •Pregnant women
    • •People with chronic diarrhoea

    Monitoring

    Adjust dose to bowel tolerance.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Auto-generated from indexed evidence — dosage, safety, interactions, and more.

    When is Triphala typically used or indicated?

    Triphala is most commonly used for: Digestive-regularity supplements, Ayurvedic formulas, Gut-health blends. No physiological role; a traditional polyherbal blend.

    How does Triphala work?

    Mild laxative effect attributed to anthraquinone-containing fruits and osmotic effects of polyphenols; prebiotic-like modulation of the gut microbiome is suggested by early studies.

    What is the recommended dose of Triphala?

    The optimal range is 1–3 g/day. with a minimum effective dose of ~1–2 g/day in traditional use. Best taken: Traditionally before bed or between meals. Upper / caution level: Loose stools at higher doses.

    What are the side effects of Triphala?

    Reported side effects include: Loose stools or cramping at high doses. Monitoring: Adjust dose to bowel tolerance.

    Does Triphala interact with medications?

    Known or theoretical interactions: None well established; separate from medications due to tannin binding (theoretical). Always check with a clinician before combining with prescription medication.

    Who should avoid Triphala?

    Triphala is generally not recommended for: Pregnant women; People with chronic diarrhoea; Pregnancy (insufficient data); and Diarrhoea or IBS-D (may worsen).

    How strong is the evidence for Triphala?

    Evidence level: Preliminary (overall score 25/100), based on 0 indexed studies on SuppIndex.

    Research & References (0)

    No studies match this filter

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    Manufacturer: VitaActives

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    Research Overview

    Preliminary Evidence
    0Total Studies
    0Human Trials
    0Meta-Analyses
    —Latest Study
    0Animal / In Vitro
    0Athlete Studies
    Primary data sourceUnknown
    Pooled evidence (meta-analysis / systematic review)No

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    Stable URL

    https://thesuppindex.com/ingredients/triphala

    SuppIndex. (2026). Triphala: Evidence summary, dosage and clinical studies. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://thesuppindex.com/ingredients/triphala

    Based on 0 indexed studies · Evidence level: Preliminary.

    Goal Ratings

    General Health

    Stack Compatibility

    Used alongside probiotics and fibre in gut-health protocols.

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