Herb guide › Amla (Indian Gooseberry)
Amla (Indian Gooseberry)
Phyllanthus emblica syn. Emblica officinalis is a small to medium tree with feathery-looking branchlets and round, pale green to yellow-green fruits. The dried fruit is sour, cooling, astringent, highly nutritious, and slightly bitter, producing a golden-brown infusion.
Traditionally used for
Indigestion, Low appetite, Oxidative stress, Weak immunity, Digestive imbalance, Aging concerns
Potential benefits
Rich in Vitamin C, supports immunity, digestion aid, skin health, hair growth, and traditionally used for blood sugar balance, powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Ingredients
Amla (Indian Gooseberry) fruit
Origin
India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 tsp dried fruit pieces per 8–12 oz water, simmer 10–15 minutes, 1–2 cups daily
Cautions and who should avoid it
May lower blood sugar and affect platelet function; caution with diabetes medications, anticoagulants, and planned surgery; may lower blood sugar or blood pressure; monitor if taking related medications; avoid in diarrhea; pregnancy safety for concentrated extracts is uncertain.
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