Amla is generally savored during winter seasons as Amla murabba, Amla Chutney, Candy etc., Our grannies and mothers do swear by Amla in winters- AND there is a good reason for that! Amlais also known as ‘Amlakka‘ or ‘Amlakai‘ in Hindi, which means the “sustainers” or the fruit where the “goddess of prosperity presides”. The other names of Indian gooseberry are ‘Usiri Kaya‘ in Telugu, ‘Nellikkai‘ in Tamil, ‘Nelli‘ in Malayalam, ‘Avala‘ in Marathi and ‘Amala‘ in Bengali.
Health Benefits Of Amla:
1.Boosts Immunity: Amla has a high concentration of Vitamin C- regular consumption thereby increases immunity.
2.Cures Insomnia:Amla boosts sleep and peacefulness. It has the capacity to cure many sleep disorders over time with regular use.
3.Cures Sore Throat And Cold:Amlais one of the home remedy to cure sore throat and cold. It helps to cure sore throat and cold. For this, mix 1:1 ratio of amla powder and honey. Have it 3-4 times in a day for effective results.
4.Fights off Free Radicals: Amla is very well known for its anti-oxidants. Daily consumption of amla or aml juice reduces the risk of many serious diseases including cancer which are caused or boosted by the presence of free radicals.
5.Heals Arthritis: Amla has high anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing the swelling and joint pain of knees caused due to arthritis when consumed regularly on an empty stomach.
6.Heals Mouth Ulcers: Amlaalso helps in soothing mouth ulcers- either gargle with a dilute Amla concentrate or simply suck the amla- it will reduce the inflammation of the ulcer.
7.Improves Eyesight:Remember when our grannies asked us to eat amlawhen we got our glasses in our chhidhood? That’s because it reduces stress, itching and watering of eyes. Mix 2 teaspoons of amla juice in half a cup of water and drink it every morning.
8.Improves Metabolism: Amla helps in increasing your protein metabolism which would help us in burning the fat easily.
9.Reduces Constipation: Amla being rich in fibers and mild laxatives helps in relieving constipation. Daily consumption of raw amla reduces constipation- But that’s only when you consume raw Amla- not juice.
10.Detoxifying The Body: Our lifestyle is such that there are high amounts of toxins stored up- regular consumption of Amla helps in detoxifying the body and in maintaining the proper functioning of liver and bladder, and get rid of toxins by havingamla juice on an empty stomach every morning.
11.Strengthens Respiratory And Central Nervous System: Amla strengthens the lungs, the respiratory system and the central nervous system of your body.
Now, you agree that Amla is one wonder fruit which helps in maintaining ourselves fit and healthy! Be sure to include on everyday; Find the taste a bit too sour or a bit too pungent? No issues- Try smaller slices and you can gradually increase the intake
