• Name: Indian gooseberry (Amala)
• Scientific Name: Emblica officinalis

Description:

Amla is an important source of vitamin C, minerals and amino acids. The edible fruit contains three times the protein and vitamin C (ascorbic acid) concentration than apple. It has the highest content of vitamin C of any naturally occurring substance.The tree is found on the plains and submountain regions all over India and the Asian subcontinent.

Active constituents:

Amala is highly nutritious and is an important dietary source of vitamin C, minerals and amino acids. The dominant active constituent of Amala is a group of tannins derived from gallic and ellagic acids, which make up a large portion of the extractable nonnutritive constituents. All of these constituents work together to enhance immunity, rejuvenate skin, combat premature aging and hyperacidity.

 

Uses:

• Cough, cold, sore throat and other respiratory tract infections
   
• Premature aging
   
• Repeated episodes of respiratory infections
   
• Dyspepsia and hyperacidity
   
• Skin disorders