Posing as a little doctor in disguise, the Indian gooseberry or amla can work wonders for the human body. Suitable for people for all ages, the fruit is already a big hit in the commercial market.
INDIAN GOOSEBERRY is a small-green citrus fruit that's so sour that you might not be able to even keep it on your tongue. But don’t judge this fruit on its taste or size. This little fruit has multiple benefits and uses. This fruit is rich in Vitamin C and has anti-microbial and anti-viral properties apart from doing wonders on the human body.
For Hair:
Indian gooseberry, locally called amla promotes better hair growth. It is already a very popular ingredient in the hair oil market. Most of the Indian women use hair oil with Amla extracts to boost the volume of their hair and giving luster and strength to them. Some people put in amla for various uses in home remedies. A massage with amla paste is beneficial for better hair. It helps control hair fall. For digestive system:
Amla is good for digestive system. It strengthens digestion, absorption of water in the body and assimilation. It balances the acids in the stomach and is helpful in treating hyperacidity. As it helps in digestion it keeps the body less heated and balanced. The best way to use amla in case of hyperacidity is to eat it along with the food. For Liver and Brain: Amla helps the liver function properly and helps it in eliminating toxins from the body. In ayurveda and unani medicines, amla has always had a special place for its multiple remedial features. Ayurveda claims that amla has the potential to enhance brain power. It helps promoting a sharper memory and better recalling power. It helps us gain better control on our senses and nervous system. For Heart: Amla is good for heart. It helps keep the cholesterol controlled and promotes better blood circulation, and is beneficial for the cardiac system. But it can also act as cardiac stimulant at times. So doctors advice should be taken in this context. For De-tox: Amla detoxifies the body and helps slow down the aging process. It also has free radicals which keeps the skin healthy. For eyes: Amla is believed to be an elixir for those who are suffering from eye problems. It is believed to improve eyesight. For immunity: Amla is rich in Vitamin C, which increases immunity. For urinary system: Gooseberry is good for those people who have urinary problems. For those who experience mild burning sensation while urinating, amla can be very useful. It supports natural diuretic action, but does not force water from the body. It helps eliminate waste from the body. but does not over-stimulate the urinary system. For skin: As Amla detoxifies the body helps maintain balance in the urinary, digestive and nervous system. It helps the skin become glowing and healthier. There are other minerals such as magnesium which is good for skin. For fertility problems: Amla is helpful in fertility problems in both men and women. It helps strengthening the uterus in women. Researches are still on and scientists are coming up with new discoveries of this wonder fruit. This fruit is essential for good health of people from all ages. From children to old people. Everybody should try to involve amla in their diet. The wonderful Indian berry is the is a little doctor in disguise.