Amla

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Amla fruit

Common Name: Amla
Botanical Name: Emblica officinalis
Other names: Amalaki, Indian Gooseberry
Growing Area: Native to India

General Info:
This tropical tree reaches 8-18 meters in height. It has gray bark
and reddish wood and produces small fruits, which ripen in autumn.
All parts of the plant are used in various Ayurvedic herbal
applications.

Nutrients & Applications:
Amla tree
Amla is helpful for a variety of digestive problems, regeneration of
cells and is well known for its antibacterial and antioxidant
properties. It supports a healthy heart and promotes good blood
circulation as well as nourishes the brain and improving mental
functions. Fortifying for the liver and helpful for anemia, Amla is
excellent for helping to flush out toxins.

An aid for the respiratory system, it is also known to be for fertility and healthy blood sugar levels. Amla is also useful in the
cosmetic industry due to being an excellent moisturizer and promoting
healthy luster on the skin, hair and nails. Amla reportedly also
improves eyesight.

Amla is highly nutritious and contains the most concentrated form of
vitamin C found in the plant kingdom. Its tannins also help even
dried forms of Amla to retain most of its vitamin content. Amla is
also high in chromium, zinc and copper.