complementary medicine

Amla also know as amalaki
dhatriphala and in Sanskrit and Emblica officinalis scientifically
is the most widely used herb in the ayurvedic system of medicine. it maintains balance amongst three Doshas of wind
bile and phelgm (Vayu
Pitta and Cough) and effectively controls digestive problems
strengthens heart
builds up and sustains defence mechanism
improves eye sight
imparts a anatural glow to hair and body and a store house of Vitamin C.

The English name of amla: Indian gooseberry
denotes that it is indigenous to India. Though all parts of the tree have medicinal value
it is the fruit which constitutes the main drug. Charaka has specifically mentioned it as a great rasayana that helps protect people from disease and keeps away the manifestations of premature ageing.

Amla fruit is acrid
cooling
refrigerant
diuretic
laxative
alexeteric
antipyretic
aphrodisiac alterant
tonic and trichogeneous. It is the richest natural source of Vitamin C. 100 gm. of Amla contains about 700 mg. of vitamin C
which is thirty times the amount found in oranges.In adition to Vitamin C
it also contains calcium
iron
protein
garlic and tannic acids
sugar
phosphorus
carbohydrates etc. The juice of fresh amla fruit is given as tonic
diuretic and anti-bilious remedy. It is also helpful in burning sensation
over thirst
dyspepsia and other complaints of digestive system.

The powder of the dried amla fruit is an effective remedy of hyperacidity
ulcers and blood impurities. It is also used both internally and externally as a decoction and paste. Some of the common uses of amla fruit are as under:

Amla strengthens the body
expel toxins from the body and improves defense mechanism of the body.

It is an essential vitamin to improve eye sight

Weakness of body
heart and mind shall be dispelled by taking frsh amla juice in betwen meals.

Massaging the head with amla oil
induces sound sleep and is good for hair. prevents premature graying of hair.

Wash eyes daily
in the morning with amla water
soaked in water and drink the water to improve the eyesight and remove constipation.

Insert 2-4 amla juice drops into each nostril to cure bleeding for nose.

Regulates Blood Sugar

Very Powerful anti-inflammatory herb.

A wonderful antioxidant and a natural Source of Vitamin C. Amla helps scavenge free radicals.

Amla is powerful food for the brain.

Studies show that Amla helps lower cholesterol

Amla also helps maintain the functioning of the liver

Increases Hemoglobin
Red blood cell count

Useful for Cough
Bronchitis
Asthma

Amla cleanses the mouth
strengthens the teeth

Its decoction is used in hyperacidity and with honey as an anthelmintic. The presence of Amla resulted in an enhanced cell survival
decreased free radical production and higher antioxidant levels similar to that of control cells. (Phytother Res. 2003 Apr;17(4):430-3.)

There are various classic ayurvedic preparations
such as chyawanprash in which amla is used as a chief ingredient. It help improve intelligence and memory power. Triphala and Brahmrasayana are other classic medicine in which amla is being used since time immemorial.

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