AMLA

Introduction:

Amla known as Indian gooseberry is available throughout India. Fruits are available, usually during “Kartik” month i.e. winter. In Ayurveda, Amla is treated as wonderful fruit and used as medicinal herb. It is powerhouse of nutrients, minerals, vitamins. Excellent source of Vitamin C, a natural antioxidant, which boost immunity and metabolism. In Indian diet Amla has regular place and used raw, juiced, powdered, in pickle, Jam, Murabbas etc. Amla is the main ingredient in “Chyavanprash”.

Uses of AMLA:

1. Boosts Immunity: Amla is a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins, which improves body’s disease fighting ability. It is a blood purifier and used as anti-aging herb. Protects body against infections.

2. Urinary Diseases: Take Amla juice with honey and sugar cane juice for burning sensation while urinating. Increases diuretic activity.

3. Cures sore throat and cold:Take amla powder with honey and ginger, 3-4 times a day.

4. Treatment of Hair: Apply Amla juice or oil to the scalp to retain hair’s natural color and prevent it from greying. It nourishes the scalp and roots and promotes the growth of long and healthy hair. Useful to treat dandruff and to prevent lice.

5. Improves Eyesight: If taken internally, known to improve eyesight. Triphala Churna (Haritaki +Amala + Behda) soaked in water overnight and used to wash eyes may also help in curing itchy, watery, and sore eyes and improve eye sight.

6. Makes Skin Glow: Amla gives skin a smooth and youthful look. Removes spots and tightens the skin. It remove dead skin cells, also used as a face mask and scrub.

7. Cures mouth ulcer: It helps to cure mouth ulcer, gargle with juice added to warm water.

8. Diabetes: Amla is known to cure diabetes naturally. Take amla powder or juice with water and consume daily.

9. Kidney and Gall bladder Stones: Take amla powder with radish to dissolve kidney stones. Regular use reduces the chances of a build-up of gallstones and improve gallbladder functioning.

10. Controls Cholesterol Levels:Daily consumption of amla powder with water before going to sleep, reduces LDL, VLDL and Increase level of HDL significantly. Strengthens heart muscles.

11. Digestive problems: Useful in dyspepsia, chronic dysentery, diarrhea, constipation, piles, enlarged liver, jaundice, hyperacidity and ulcers.

12. Strengthens Bones: Regularly consuming Amla juice or powder will result in stronger bones.