Indian Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica)
Last updated: 21 Jun 2025
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Thai Herb: Indian Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica)
General Characteristics:
Uses the fruit
Sour and astringent taste with cooling properties according to Thai traditional medicine
Medicinal Benefits:
Relieves cough and sore throat with soothing, throat-coating effects
Helps treat hemorrhoids by reducing inflammation and supporting regular bowel movements
Acts as a diuretic and helps cool down internal body heat
Gently alleviates constipation due to its high fiber content and natural cleansing effects on the intestines
Additional Insight:
Indian gooseberry is exceptionally rich in vitamin C and known as a powerful antioxidant.
It is a key ingredient in many Thai traditional remedies, including tonics, cough syrups, and recovery formulas.
It is also one of the three key herbs in Triphala, a classic formula for detoxifying, cleansing the digestive tract, and boosting immunity.
️ Recommended For:
People with chronic cough, sore throat, or hoarseness
Individuals with hemorrhoids or irregular bowel movements
Those looking for a gentle detox or immune system boost
Anyone with internal heat symptoms like mouth ulcers or body heat imbalance
Post Series Suggestion:
Include this herb in a post series titled:
Herbs for Detox Cooling the Body Gut & Immune Support, along with:
Indian Senna (Makham Kaek) for relieving constipation
Acapulo (Chum Hed Thet) for parasite cleansing and mild laxative
Houttuynia cordata (Plu-Kao) for internal detox and inflammation
Coriander Seed (Phak Chi La) for relieving intestinal gas
General Characteristics:
Uses the fruit
Sour and astringent taste with cooling properties according to Thai traditional medicine
Medicinal Benefits:
Relieves cough and sore throat with soothing, throat-coating effects
Helps treat hemorrhoids by reducing inflammation and supporting regular bowel movements
Acts as a diuretic and helps cool down internal body heat
Gently alleviates constipation due to its high fiber content and natural cleansing effects on the intestines
Additional Insight:
Indian gooseberry is exceptionally rich in vitamin C and known as a powerful antioxidant.
It is a key ingredient in many Thai traditional remedies, including tonics, cough syrups, and recovery formulas.
It is also one of the three key herbs in Triphala, a classic formula for detoxifying, cleansing the digestive tract, and boosting immunity.
️ Recommended For:
People with chronic cough, sore throat, or hoarseness
Individuals with hemorrhoids or irregular bowel movements
Those looking for a gentle detox or immune system boost
Anyone with internal heat symptoms like mouth ulcers or body heat imbalance
Post Series Suggestion:
Include this herb in a post series titled:
Herbs for Detox Cooling the Body Gut & Immune Support, along with:
Indian Senna (Makham Kaek) for relieving constipation
Acapulo (Chum Hed Thet) for parasite cleansing and mild laxative
Houttuynia cordata (Plu-Kao) for internal detox and inflammation
Coriander Seed (Phak Chi La) for relieving intestinal gas
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