Super Fruit Gooseberries (Amla)
Amla (Gooseberries) The Super Fruit Amla is cultivated throughout India and adjoining countries and has gained prominence as a “Super Fruit”. Amla finds mention in the 5000-year-old ancient text of Ayurveda. When consumed, it balances all three energy sources Vata, Kapha, and Pitta in your body. When Amla powder is taken along with sesame oil, it balances the Vata dosha like joint diseases and gas problems. For Pitta imbalance, indigestion, and skin problems like acne, you can have Amla along with ghee (clarified butter). For obesity and respiratory diseases, or Kapha imbalance, consuming Amla and honey is highly beneficial. A high concentration of Vit C in Amla helps in the absorption of iron and minerals. It prevents sudden sugar spikes in diabetics. Numerous bioactive phytochemicals present in Amla have been reported to play a major role in the management of diabetes and related metabolic complications without any side effects. ...