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Indian
Gooseberry / Amla / Emblica Officinalis
Origin of Herbs:
Amla or Emblica Officinalis is a natural, efficacious,
an antioxidant with the richest natural source of Vitamin C.
Amla (or Amlaka, Amlaki, or other variants) is one of the
most frequently used of the Ayurvedic herbs; it is the fruit
of Phyllanthus emblica, also called Emblica
officinalis. The fruit is similar in appearance to the
common gooseberry (Ribes spp., a type of currant),
which is botanically unrelated to amla. However, due to the
similar appearance of the fruit clusters, amla is usually
called the "Indian gooseberry." The plant, a member of the
Euphorbiaceae, grows to become a medium-sized tree that is
found growing in the plains and sub-mountain regions all
over the Indian subcontinent from 200 to nearly 2000 meters
above sea level. Indian
gooseberry is a wonder herbs and one of the precious gifts of
nature to man. It contributes towards health and longevity.
Healing
options:
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Amla protects cells against free radical damage
and provides antioxidant protection
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Amla is used to treat skin disorders,
respiratory infections, and premature aging
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Amla is useful in hemorrhage, diarrhea,
dysentery, and has therapeutic value in treating
diabetes
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Amla has anti-bacterial and astringent
properties that help prevent infection and help
in the healing of ulcers
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Amla is sometimes used as a laxative to relieve
constipation in piles
Immunity
booster :
One reason for Amla's reputation
as a general energy-promoting, disease-preventing tonic may
be its effect on the immune system. Multiple studies have
shown significant increases in white blood cell counts and
other measures of strengthened immunity in rodents given
Amla.
Respiratory
disorders:
Indian
gooseberry is beneficial in the treatment of respiratory
disorders. It is especially valuable in tuberculosis of the
lungs asthma and bronchitis.
Diabetes:
This
herb, due to its high vitamin C content, is effective in
controlling diabetes. A tablespoon of its juice mixed with a
cup of bitter gourd juice, taken daily for two months will
stimulates the pancreas and enable is to secrete insulin, thus
reducing the blood sugar in the diabetes. Diet restrictions
should be strictly observed while taking this medicine. It
will also prevent eye complication in diabetes.
Heart
Disorder:
Indian gooseberry is considered
an effective remedy for heart disease. It tones up the
functions of all the organs of the body and builds up health
by destroying the heterogeneous or harmful and disease causes
elements. It also renews energy.
Eye
disorder:
The juice of Indian Gooseberry
with honey is useful in preserving eyesight. It is beneficial
in the treatment of conjunctivitis and glaucoma. It reduces
intracular tension in a remarkable manner. Juice
mixed with honey can be taken twice daily for this condition.
Scurvy:
As an extremely rich source
of vitamin C, Indian gooseberry is one of the best remedy for
scurvy. Powder of the dry herb, mixed with an equal quantity
of sugar, can be taken in doses of 1 teaspoon, thrice daily
with milk.
Ageing:
Indian gooseberry has
revitalizing effects, as it contains an element which is very
valuable in preventing ageing and in maintaining strength in
old age .It improves body resistance and protect the body
against infection. It strengthens the heart, hair and
different gland in the body.
Other
uses:
Hair
Tonic:
Indian
gooseberry is an accepted hair tonic in traditional recipes
for enriching hair growth and pigmentation. The fruit, cut
into pieces is dried preferably in the shade. These pieces are
boiled in coconut oil till the solid matter becomes charres.
This darkish oil is excellent in preventing graying .The water
is which dried Amla pieces are soaked overnight is also
nourishing to hair and can be used for the last rinse while
washing the hair. Indian gooseberry is used in various ways.
The best way to take it with the least loss vitamin C, is to
eat it raw with a little salt. It is often used in the form of
pickles and it is dried and powdered. The berry may also be
used as a vegetable. It is boiled in a small amount of water
till soft and taken with a little salt.
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supplements that contains Indian Gooseberry :
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