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Baheda Powder | Bibhitaki Churna | Riddhish Herbals | 100gm
Baheda Powder | Bibhitaki Churna | Riddhish Herbals | 100gm
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Baheda Powder (Bibhitaki Churna) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of Terminalia bellirica, 100%, in a 100 g pack. Baheda is one of the three myrobalans of the classical Triphala, and is traditionally used for digestive comfort, Kapha balance and hair care. Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. Supplied by Riddhish Herbals, Gujarat’s Ayurvedic store since 2015, with a bill on every order.
About Baheda and Its Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Baheda is the everyday name, across Gujarat and North India, for the tall forest tree Terminalia bellirica, the belleric myrobalan. In Sanskrit it is Bibhitaki or Vibhitaka, and also Aksha. Alongside Haritaki and Amalaki it forms Triphala, the three-myrobalan blend that is among the most widely used preparations in Ayurveda. Within that trio, Bibhitaki is the herb traditionally associated most with Kapha.
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu describes Bibhitaka in the Haritakyadi Varga. Its classical properties are summarised below:
- Rasa (taste): Kashaya (astringent).
- Guna (qualities): Ruksha (dry), Laghu (light).
- Virya (potency): Ushna (warm).
- Vipaka (post-digestive effect): Madhura (sweet).
- Dosha: traditionally regarded as pacifying Kapha and Pitta.
- Karma (traditional actions): Bhedana (gently laxative), Keshya (good for the hair) and Kasahara, traditionally associated with comfort of the throat and chest.
In Gujarati homes Baheda has long been a kitchen-shelf herb. A pinch of the powder with honey is a familiar traditional practice in the cold season, and the powder sits naturally beside Amla and Shikakai in hair-care packs. Because it is Ruksha and Laghu, Ayurveda reads it as light and drying in action, which is why it is matched to Kapha.
Key Features
- Single herb, 100%: Terminalia bellirica (Baheda), 100%, nothing else added to the formula.
- One of the three Triphala myrobalans: Bibhitaki joins Haritaki and Amalaki in the classical Triphala blend.
- Classical Kapha herb: Kashaya in taste, Ruksha and Laghu in quality, traditionally regarded as pacifying Kapha and Pitta.
- Digestive comfort: described as Bhedana, gently laxative, in classical texts.
- Throat and chest comfort: traditionally taken with honey in the cold season.
- Keshya: used in traditional hair and scalp packs, often with Amla and Shikakai.
- Riddhish Herbals own brand: manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals, a GMP-, ISO 9001:2015- and HACCP-certified manufacturer, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762.
- Genuine and billed: 100 g pack, supplied by Riddhish Herbals since 2015, with a bill on every order and pan-India delivery.
Composition (each pack contains)
Baheda Powder is a single-herb powder. Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Botanical name | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Baheda (Bibhitaki) | Terminalia bellirica | 100% |
Pack: 100 g · Form: Powder (churna) · Mfg. Lic. No.: GA/1762 · Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Product of India.
How to Use
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician.
In traditional practice, Baheda powder is taken with warm water, or mixed with a little honey, which is a familiar household way of using it in the cold season. It is also combined with Haritaki and Amla powders as Triphala. Externally, it is mixed with water, often together with Amla and Shikakai powders, into a smooth paste, applied to the scalp and hair as a pack, left for a while and then rinsed off well. Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
Safety, Storage & Pack Information
Use under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician. Consult your physician before use, especially if you are pregnant, lactating, taking any medication, or managing any medical condition. Baheda is classically described as gently laxative, so use only the quantity your physician advises. For external use, do a patch test first and avoid contact with the eyes. For children, use only as directed by a physician. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Close the pack well after each use.
Pack: 100 g. Check the batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date on your pack before use.
Ingredient Names in Hindi, Gujarati and Sanskrit
| Ingredient | Hindi | Gujarati | Sanskrit | English — Botanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baheda | बहेड़ा (Baheda) | બહેડા (Baheda) | बिभीतकी, विभीतक (Bibhitaki, Vibhitaka) | Belleric myrobalan — Terminalia bellirica |
Also searched as: Bahera Powder, Beheda Powder, Behada Powder, Baheda Churna, Bahera Churna, Bibhitaki Churna, Bibhitaki Powder, Vibhitaki Churna, Vibhitaka Churna, Vibhithaki Powder, Aksha Churna, Belleric Myrobalan Powder, Myrobalan Powder, Terminalia bellirica Powder, Terminalia belerica Powder, Thandrikai Powder, Tanikaya Powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baheda Powder?
Baheda Powder (Bibhitaki Churna) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of Terminalia bellirica, 100%, in a 100 g pack. Known in Sanskrit as Bibhitaki or Vibhitaka, Baheda is one of the three myrobalans that make up the classical Triphala, and it is traditionally used for digestive comfort, Kapha balance and hair care.
What does this pack contain?
Ingredients: Terminalia bellirica (Baheda), 100%. Net weight: 100 g.
How do I take Baheda Powder?
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. In traditional practice, Baheda powder is taken with warm water, or mixed with honey, and it is also used externally in hair packs. Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
How is Bibhitaki described in classical Ayurveda?
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Haritakyadi Varga) describes Bibhitaka as Kashaya (astringent) in taste, Ruksha (dry) and Laghu (light) in quality, Ushna (warm) in potency and Madhura (sweet) in post-digestive effect. It is described as pacifying Kapha and Pitta, as Bhedana (gently laxative), Keshya (good for the hair) and Kasahara, traditionally associated with comfort of the throat and chest.
How does Baheda relate to Triphala?
Triphala is the classical blend of three myrobalans: Haritaki, Bibhitaki (Baheda) and Amalaki (Amla). Of the three, Bibhitaki is the one traditionally associated most with Kapha. Baheda Powder gives you this single herb on its own, so your physician can use it alone or alongside the other two.
Can Baheda Powder be used in hair care?
Yes. Bibhitaki is described as Keshya, good for the hair, in Bhavaprakasha Nighantu. In traditional practice it is mixed with water, often along with Amla and Shikakai powders, and applied as a hair and scalp pack, then rinsed off well.
Can I use Baheda Powder during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Please consult your physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and use it only under their guidance.
Who manufactures and markets this Baheda Powder?
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762). Marketed by Riddhish Herbals, Khambhalia, Gujarat.
Is this product GMP certified?
Panchamrut Herbals, the manufacturer of this product, holds GMP, ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP certification. Good manufacturing practice (GMP) relates to how the product is made; these are not claims about any medical outcome.
How do I know this is the genuine pack?
A genuine pack has the Riddhish Herbals logo, the name Baheda Powder with बहेड़ा चूर्ण in Hindi, Terminalia bellirica 100%, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762, and its own batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date. Every order from Riddhish Herbals ships with a proper bill, and our team can help you confirm the pack you received.
What are the other names of Baheda?
Baheda is also written Bahera, Beheda or Behada. It is called Baheda (बहेड़ा) in Hindi, Baheda (બહેડા) in Gujarati, Bibhitaki, Vibhitaka and Aksha in Sanskrit, Thandrikai in Tamil, Tanikaya in Telugu, and belleric myrobalan in English. Its botanical name is Terminalia bellirica, also spelled Terminalia belerica.
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About Riddhish Herbals
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Riddhish Herbals has supplied genuine Ayurvedic products across India since 2015. This is a traditional Ayurvedic product; information on this page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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