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Dried Amla Powder

The beautiful green translucent fruit Amla (Phyllanthus emblica ) derives its origin from the Sanskrit word ‘Amalaki’ that translates to the nectar of life. Known for its immense health benefits in Ayurveda for thousands of years, this super fruit is garnering fame across the globe for all the right reasons.

It is a super immunity builder loaded with fiber, copper, manganese, potassium, Vitamin C, B5, and B6, and antioxidants.

Amla has an important role in the traditional medicine of subcontinent to reduce anxiety and burning sensation in skin and eyes, improve anemic condition, favor the health of the male reproductive system and reproduction, facilitate digestion, improve liver health, and also exert a tonic effect in the cardiovascular system

The Amla is one of the most popular botanicals, with a wide range of uses in the medicinal, cuisine, and cosmetic industries. This is the first tree to be “produced in the universe”, according to ancient Indian mythology. It is a great nutritional supplement with several medicinal benefits.

Scientific research shows that Amla, considered to be a natural immunity booster:

• Boosts hearthealth
• Reduces inflammation
• Manages blood pressure
• Improves cholesterollevels
• Slows down the natural aging process
• Reduces heartburn
• Improves vision Fights age-related macular degeneration
• Boosts memory by fighting against free radicals that can attack and damage brain cells.
• Aids in cancerprevention
• Improves insomnia
• Boosts bone health
• Improves oral health and prevents mouth odor.
• Prevents and treats Type 2 Diabetes. Its chromium content stabilizes blood sugar levels and improves insulin sensitivity.
• Enhances metabolismand regulates cravings with its low fat and low carb content.
• Boosts digestion by stimulating the secretion of gastric and digestive juices.
• Provides relief from constipation, hyperacidity and prevents stomach ulcers.
• Aids weight loss.

Due to the abundance of phenolic compounds, Amla fruit could be regarded as a plant source for natural antioxidants and nutraceuticals or medicinal components. In various animal and human investigations, Amla has been proven to have anti-hyperglycemic, hypoglycemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-hyperlipidemic, and antioxidant activities. Amla is rich in antioxidants such as gallic acid, ascorbic acid and phenolic compounds and thus helps the body’s immune systems and digestion.

Anti-aging

Due to its high vitamin C content, Amla may have some promising anti-aging benefits. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that can help prevent cellular damage, which may help slow your body’s natural aging process. Some anti-aging benefits of Amla include:

• Skin. In addition to its antioxidant activity, Amla may help prevent the breakdown of collagen, which forms the firm but flexible protein matrix in your skin and soft tissues

• Amla extract is commonly used to promote hair growth, and some evidence shows that it may inhibit an enzyme that contributes to hair loss
• In test-tube studies, Amla extract protected against age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by improving the mitochondrial health of eye cells

Heart health

One of the most common uses of Amla is to promote heart health. There are many ways in which Amla may decrease your risk of heart disease, including:

• Antioxidant effects. Amla extracts may protect against oxidative damage that’s associated with heart injury. This has been noted in several animal studies
• Regulates endothelial function. A study in people with type 2 diabetes found taking 1,000 mg of Amla daily improved endothelial function to the same extent as the drug atorvastatin
• Anti-inflammatory effects. Human studies have noted that Amla can significantly reduce inflammation, which is considered a key factor in the development of heart disease
• Normalizes blood fat levels. Human studies have observed improved blood fat profiles after supplementing with Amla, including lower triglyceride and total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, as well as increased HDL (good) cholesterol
• Reduces blood pressure. Amla may help reduce high blood pressure levels by acting as a vasodilator, or by widening the blood vessels. High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease
• Anti-platelet effects. Finally, supplementing with Amla may help prevent the formation of blood clots, which may cause a heart attack or stroke if they block an artery.

Note: People taking any blood thinning drug may consult their physician before taking Amla Powder.

Blood sugar levels

In animal studies, Amla has been shown to help lower blood sugar levels

These effects have also been noted in a small study in 32 people, in which taking 1–3 grams of Amla powder daily for 21 days significantly decreased fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels, compared with a control group

Given these blood-sugar-lowering effects, Amla may play a role in preventing and treating type 2 diabetes.

Liver damage

In studies, Amla extract protected against liver damage caused by either a high fat diet or N-nitrosodiethylamine, a substance that’s toxic to the liver. This is likely due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity

Immune health

Amla may have some immune-strengthening effects due to its vitamin C content. A single Amla contains approximately 600–800% of the Daily Value (DV) for this vitamin

Vitamin C can optimize immune health in several ways. It’s an antioxidant, so it works to decrease cellular damage and inflammation

While short-term inflammation is a normal and healthy immune response, chronic inflammation is an ongoing immune response that can promote poor health

Chronic inflammation is associated with an increased risk of developing conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or autoimmune disorders

Vitamin C may help bolster your immune system by promoting the proliferation of phagocytes, which are specialized immune cells that help swallow up harmful invaders

It may also help your body develop protective antibodies against perceived threats

How to use it

Amla fruits can be eaten raw, although they’re very sour and may not be appealing to most people.

Amla supplements are primarily marketed and sold as Amla fruit powder or powder-filled capsules. The powder can be used to make tea or added to drinks and smoothies.

Most supplements contain 500–1,000 mg of Amla powder per serving.

You should also speak to your healthcare provider before starting it if you’re taking a blood thinner or medications to manage diabetes.

Amla face scrub

Mix a tsp of Amla and a tsp of rice flour with a tsp of rose water and gently scrub the face for 5 minutes. Leave it on for five more minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water.

Amla face mask

Mix a tsp of Amla powder, honey, and 1 to 2 tsp of homemade curd to make a quick face mask. Leave it on for approximately 15 minutes and rinse with cold water.