Origin and interesting facts
Terminalia belerica, also known as Belleric myrobalan, is a species of plant in the family Combretaceae, native to various parts of South Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The use of Terminalia belerica dates back thousands of years and is widespread in various cultures and traditions.
 
The plant is considered one of the most important herbs in Ayurvedic medicine, a traditional Indian healing art, and has been used in medicine for over 3,000 years. The ancient texts of Ayurveda stories, such as the Charaka Samhita and the Sushruta Samhita, describe the use of Terminalia belerica as a tonic for the digestive system and to support liver function.
In traditional Chinese medicine, Bibhitaki is referred to as "Ba Yue Zha" and is used to treat ailments such as cough, asthma and chest pain.
 
Bibhitaki is also widely used in Unani medicine, a traditional form of medicine common in the Islamic world. Unani medicine combines Ayurvedic and Greek methods and uses Terminalia belerica to treat diabetes, diarrhea and as a detoxification agent.
 
Bibhitaki is a valuable component of Triphala, an Ayurvedic remedy consisting of 3 components with incredible effects and a very broad spectrum of effects.
The 3 components are Haritaki, Bibhitaki and Amalaki and are mixed in a 1:1:1 ratio.
 
 
Properties and effects:
Improve Digestion: Bibhitaki is often used as a digestive aid and can help relieve digestive problems such as constipation, bloating and stomach pain.
 
Cleansing the body: Terminalia belerica has a cleansing effect on the body and can help remove toxins from the body, especially the liver.
  
Improving Respiratory Health: Bibhitaki can help improve respiratory health and can help treat asthma, cough and other respiratory diseases.

Support Eye Health: Terminalia belerica may help improve eye health and may help treat eye problems such as watery eyes, night blindness, and other vision problems.
 
Anti-aging properties: Bibhitaki is rich in antioxidants that can help slow skin aging and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of aging.
 
Protection of the cardiovascular system: Terminalia belerica can help protect the cardiovascular system and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis and heart attack.

Improving Cognitive Function: Bibhitaki can help improve cognitive function and can help treat memory problems, difficulty concentrating, and other cognitive disorders.
 
Protection against cancer: Terminalia belerica contains compounds that have anticarcinogenic properties and may help inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
 
Liver Health Support: Bibhitaki may help support liver health and may help treat liver diseases such as cirrhosis and hepatitis.
 
Protecting the skin: Terminalia belerica can help protect the skin and can help treat skin problems such as eczema and rashes.
 
Improving Bone Health: Bibhitaki can help improve bone health and reduce the risk of bone diseases such as osteoporosis.
 
Promote wound healing: Terminalia belerica may help promote wound healing and may aid in the treatment of wounds and injuries.
 
Immune Function Support: Bibhitaki can help support immune function and strengthen the immune system.

Stress Relief: Terminalia belerica may help reduce stress and may help treat stress-related conditions such as anxiety and depression.
 
Protecting the Kidneys: Bibhitaki can help protect the kidneys and may help treat kidney diseases such as kidney stones and kidney failure.

Nutritional value (per 100g)
Calories 1559 KJ / 372 kcal
Protein 8.22g
Fat <0.1g
of which saturated fatty acids <0.1g
Carbohydrates 84.8g
of which sugar 0g
Fiber 26.76g
Salt 0.98g
 
Applications:
Depending on age, weight and health status, 1 - 2 teaspoons of Bibhitaki powder can be consumed daily
Can be prepared as tea or stirred into muesli, porridge, fruit juice, etc.
It is most effective to drink a Bibhitaki tea or fruit juice before starting breakfast.
 
 
Warning notice
Due to limited information, it is recommended that pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding should avoid consuming bibhitaki and triphala preparations unless their doctor has specifically given permission.
It is important to note that taking dietary supplements during pregnancy and breastfeeding should be done with caution as some products may cause undesirable effects on the unborn child or breastfed baby.
 
 
Note on medical content:
The content presented here merely provides an overview of possible medical uses and does not constitute a recommendation for use.
Please always consult a (family) doctor or pharmacist.