If you are new to taking herbs and feel concerned, check with us. Or take half your RECOMMENDed amount of herb for the first two days. On the third day, increase to the amount RECOMMENDED by your practitioner. Report any concerns to Hale Pule right away.

Note: Some powdered herbs may clump due to moisture. This is not a problem. Use a spoon to flatten and mix thoroughly. BE SURE TO Store herbs closed and in a cool, dark place.

Powder choorna

Take the herbs according to the instructions and schedule with the suggested annupana (facilitator). Hold the herbs mixture in your mouth for a few seconds to experience the taste and begin digestion. Then swallow.

If you are new to taking herbs and feel concerned, check with us. Or take half your recommended amount of herb for the first two days. On the third day, increase to the amount recommended by your practitioner. Report any concerns to Hale Pule right away.

Note: Some powdered herbs may clump due to moisture. This is not a problem. Use a spoon to flatten and mix thoroughly. Be sure to store herbs closed and in a cool, dark place.

Triphala powder

It is possible to experience 1-2 loose bowel movements when starting triphala, as it is moving out undigested food from the digestive tract.

Begin with 1/2 tsp twice per day on day 1 and day 2. On day 3 if there is not a loose bowel movement then go to 1 tsp twice per day. If there is a loose bowel movement then reduce to 1/2 tsp for another couple of days. If loose bowel movements persist reduce the amount to ¼ tsp and notify your practitioner. When elimination is solid for a day increase gradually to 1 tsp over a few days.

When triphala doesnʻt taste good there is imbalance in your system. When you are more balanced it will taste pleasant.

Powdered vs Tablet Herbs

Both powder and tablets work well. With the powder you experience the taste on your tongue, which is helpful for the digestion of the herb. It is a little more potent than the tablets and customized for you. However, tablets also work very well. It is important to get what you can take with an open heart and mind.

Tablets

Tablet herbs are taken with warm water, or for some warm aloe vera juice. If you are having trouble taking them then crush the tablet to see if that helps.

Lehyams/gulams (jams)

Take the suggested amount with ½ cup of warm water on an empty stomach at least one hour before a meal.

Arishtams (liquid)

Take the suggested amount of arishtam right after meals morning and evening unless guided otherwise. Arishtams have a small amount of natural fermentation, which allows them to easily enter the body tissues.

Ghrta (medicated ghee)

Take 1 tsp. of liquid ghrta per day (you may need to warm it) in the morning 20 minutes before breakfast for 7 days, then stop for 7 days. Cycle through 7 days on and 7 days off until finished. 

Ghee solidifies in cooler temperatures. Your ghrta may be liquid, solid, or part liquid and solid. It’s all okay. Store the ghrta in a dark cool cupboard out of the sunlight. Use only a clean, dry utensil to avoid contaminating the ghee. Wet or unclean utensils will result in mold. Do not use it for cooking.