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What Are the Benefits of Triphala?

The benefits of triphala may include reducing inflammation and protecting against some cancers. It may also help with weight loss and reduce cholesterol. Though you may have never heard of triphala, this ancient Ayurvedic treatment has been used as a healing remedy for over 1,000 years. This herbal concoction consists of three medicinal plants native to India. It’s a staple in traditional Ayurvedic practice, one of the world’s oldest medical systems that originated in India over 3,000 years ago. Due to its many purported health benefits, triphala has become increasingly popular around the world. What is triphala ? Triphala has been used in traditional Ayurvedic practice since ancient times as a multi-purpose treatment for symptoms ranging from stomach ailments to dental cavities. It is also believed to promote longevity and overall health. It’s considered a polyherbal practice, meaning it consists of several different medicinal herbs. Polyherbal formulations are popularly ...
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How to Make Turmeric Water 💛 ?

                         

Turmeric water is an excellent and safe method to remove pesticide residues from vegetables and fruits. It also helps to prevent food-borne infectious diseases by killing harmful microbes. It also has antiseptic qualities. You can also use it to wash your wound and cuts.

You should soak vegetables and fruits in turmeric water for around 15 minutes before cutting and chopping. Then wash them 2-3 times with plain cold water.

HOW TO MAKE TURMERIC WATER

The ratio of water and turmeric is 1000:1. It means if you require 1 litre water for soaking vegetables, you require 1 gram (1000 mg) of turmeric powder.

Warm Water5 litres
Turmeric Powder5 grams
  1. Take lukewarm water as per the required amount.
  2. Add turmeric powder according to the ratio recommended above.
  3. Mix it thoroughly.
  4. Put vegetables or fruits in this turmeric water.
  5. Leave it for around 15 minutes.
  6. Then discard the turmeric water.
  7. Then rinse vegetables and fruits with plain water 2 -3 times. It helps to remove the contaminants.
  8. You should always prepare turmeric water fresh to other soak vegetables and fruits.

You can also use this water for washing the wound before applying any antiseptic oil or cream (e.g. Jatyadi Oil).

BENEFITS OF TURMERIC WATER

  1. Remove Pesticide Residue from the vegetables and fruits when soaked in it for 15 minutes.
  2. Useful in cleansing the wounds.

REFERENCE

  1. Bajwa U, Sandhu KS. Effect of handling & processing on pesticide residues in food. J Food Sci Technol. 2014;51(2):201-220. doi:10.1007/s13197-011-0499-5
  2. Gupta A (2006) Pesticide residue in food commodities. Agrobios (India).

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