Amla, also known as “Indian gooseberry,” is loaded with nutrients and is one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C. Along with detoxifying the system and boosting immunity, Amla also helps in improving digestion and relieving acidity. It is also useful for people with diabetes as it helps control blood glucose levels. Amla helps boost immunity and is one of the best Rasayanik tonics that help brighten the skin, purify the blood, and improve eyesight.
What are the synonyms of Amla?
Amla is also known as Emblica Officinalis, Indian gooseberry, Amalaka, Amrtaphala, Dhatriphala, Amlakhi, Aonla, Ambala, Nellikayi, Nellikka, Anvala, Anala, Aula, Nelli, Usirika, Amli, Amlaj.
Benefits of Amla
1. Promotes Digestion
Amla helps manage indigestion by improving the Pachak Agni (digestion fire). It also helps in easy expulsion of stool due to its Rechana (mild laxative) property.
2. Regulates High Cholesterol
Amla helps manage indigestion by improving the Pachak Agni (digestion fire). It also helps in easy expulsion of stool due to its Rechana (mild laxative) property.
3. Relieves Joint pain
Amla helps to control joint pains and swelling due to an aggravated Vata. Amla has Vata balancing property and relieves pain and improves mobility.
4. Manages Dysentery
Amla helps manage indigestion by improving the Pachak Agni (digestion fire). It also helps in easy expulsion of stool due to its Rechana (mild laxative) property.
5. Manages Osteoarthritis (symptoms)
In Ayurveda, Osteoarthritis is called Sandhivata, in which an aggravated Vata causes pain and swelling in the joints. Amla has Vata balancing property and relieves pain and improves mobility.
6. Controls Obesity
Amla helps control weight by improving metabolism due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) property.
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FAQs
Amla has antioxidant property that helps fight against the free radicals and inhibit the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. This reduces plaque formation in the blood vessels and minimizes the risk of blockage and heart attacks.
According to ayurveda, Amla has cardioprotective property. It increases the Pachak Agni (digestive fire) and controls high cholesterol, maintaining a healthy heart.
Amla reduces the damage of the stomach lining by increasing mucin. This protects the gastrointestinal tract from acid attack, harmful microorganisms, and physical trauma. Gallic acid in Amla protects the mucosal lining of the stomach and helps in ulcer healing.
According to ayurveda, Amla helps to reduce gastrointestinal problems by improving the Pachak Agni (digestion fire). It also helps in easy expulsion of stool due to its Rechana (mild laxative) property.
Amla has antioxidant properties and helps prevent liver cell damage. Amla also helps reduce inflammation of the liver by lowering the level of inflammatory mediators and liver enzymes.
According to ayurveda, Amla helps in the liver’s proper functioning by increasing the Pachak Agni (digestive fire). Amla also helps prevent the degeneration of liver cells due to its Rasayana property. It also stimulates the liver to eliminate toxins from the body.
Bone disorders like osteoporosis are due to increased activity of osteoclast cells that erode the bone to release its mineral content. Amla is known to have anti-osteoclastic and anti-resorptive activity and helps control mineral content loss from the bones. In the case of arthritis, Amla is known to ease movement by protecting the cartilage cushion between the joints.
Yes, Amla might reduce the symptoms of jaundice like extreme constipation, weakness, etc. by removing toxins from the liver and kidneys due to its antioxidant properties.
According to ayurveda, jaundice occurs due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha, which leads to poor or weak liver functions. Amla helps to improve liver function due to its Pitta balancing and Rasayana (rejuvenating) properties.
SCIENTIFIC VIEW
Amla helps control body weight and prevent hunger due to its high fiber and moisture content. Also, Amla is an antioxidant, improves metabolism, which is essential for weight loss.
AYURVEDIC VIEW
Weight gain or obesity is a condition of accumulation of excessive fat or Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion). Amla improves metabolism due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties that reduce the Ama. This helps in controlling weight.
Amla is rich in vitamin C that helps remove toxins and manage cholesterol, both of which are the main causes of stone formation.
According to ayurveda, gallbladder stones are formed due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. Amla can be consumed to prevent gall bladder stones due to its Pitta balancing property.
Amla improves skin elasticity and helps to get rid of dead skin by forming new cells. It also protects the skin and prevents damage by UV rays due to its strong antioxidant properties.
According to ayurveda, Amla is good for the skin due to its Ropan (healing) and Rasayan properties. It is also suitable for controlling acne and inflammation due to its Pitta pacifying nature. Amla also helps prevent excessive oil on the skin due to its Kashaya (astringent) effects.
Due to its antioxidant property, Amla fights against free radicals and prevents premature or early hair greying.
According to ayurveda, Amla is the most preferred ingredient for maintaining hair health due to its Ropan (healing) and Rasayana (rejuvenating) properties. It strengthens hair follicles and prevents hair damage. Amla also has Kashaya (astringent) and Sita (cold) nature, which stimulates hair growth and provides relief to the dry and itchy scalp by reducing dandruff.
Amla also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It fights against free radicals and inhibits the inflammatory mediators from reducing brain damage and improving cognitive function.
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