Terminalia bellirica Powder / Thandrikkai Powder / Terminalia bellerica / Bibhitaki / Baheda – 200gm

Other Common Names:

Scientific Name: Terminalia bellirica

English Name: Bellirica powder

Sanskrit Name: Baheda, Bibhitaki

Tamil Name: Thandrikai / தன்றிக்காய்

Malayalam Name: adamarutha, tani, tanni, tannikai / അടമരുത, തനി, തന്നി, തന്നിക്കൈ

Hindi Name: aheda, bahera / अहेदा, बहेरा

Telugu Name: Bhoothavaasamu, Tadi, Tandi, Tandikaya, Vadikaya / భూతవాసము, తాడి, తాండి, తాండికాయ, వడికాయ   

Kannada Name: Tarekapi / ತಾರೇಕಪಿ

Description:

Terminalia bellirica is the botanical name of Bibhitaki that belongs to the Combretaceae family. Bibhitaki is a large deciduous tree native to southeast Asia. Bibhitaki is widely found in tropical regions that grow up to 12-50 meters in height. Every part of the bibhitaki plant is used in the traditional Ayurvedic medicines. Bibhitaki contains antimicrobial, anticancer, hepatoprotective, antioxidant, antidiarrheal, anti-hypertensive, and antipyretic properties.  

Health Benefits:

• The medicinal properties of bibhitaki powder can help to relieve constipation. 
• Bibhitaki is one of the main ingredients of Triphala powder that can manage the common cold and cough. 
• It also eases the breath, expels mucus, and clears the air passages. 
• Consuming this powder is an effective medicine for reducing weight. 
• The antioxidant properties in Terminalia bellerica powder can fight against harmful free radicals and enhance immunity. 
• Applying this powder can prevent dandruff and ensure strong and healthy hair. 
• For women, intaking this powder during menstrual periods can reduce menstrual cramps.

Dosage of Terminalia Bellerica Powder:

For Internal Use:

Take 5 grams of Terminalia bellerica powder and mix it with 100 ml of water. Boil it for a few minutes. Drink it twice a day before taking food. It helps to maintain a healthy body condition.

For External Use:

Take a required amount of Terminalia bellerica powder and mix it with water. Make a paste and apply it to the hair. Wash it off after 30 minutes. It can help to promote hair growth and prevent dandruff.