1.8 Elemental Contents in Triphala
The presence of elemental contents is suggests that triphala
as a whole is rich in Mg, K, Ca, Fe, and Zn, though Se
(Selenium) is also present in significant amounts. There
appears to be an association between Se deficiency and
protein malnutrition disease, multiple sclerosis, cancer and
heart disease. It has been suggested that Se (Selenium) as
glutathione peroxidase inhibits the replication of tumour
viruses and prevents the malignant transformation of cells
[12]. The triphala and its three constituents have shown V
content in the range 1-2 g/g, which has been suggested to
play vital role in the treatment of cancer and diabetes