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5 reasons why you must include amla in your diet

Amla, or the Indian gooseberry, is packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Adding this to your diet can help you keep many diseases at bay.

Written by Editorial Team | Published : October 19, 2019 4:55 PM IST

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Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a vitamin C rich fruit. It is popular for its health benefits. Along with vitamin C, it contains high amounts of iron and calcium. You can have it raw or pickled. You may also drink its juice, have it in it powdered form or eat the preserve, popularly known as murabba. Traditionally used in making Ayurvedic medicine, it contains twice the maount of antioxidants than regular acai berry. Amla word comes from the sanskrit word ‘Amlaki’, which means ‘nectar of life’. Considered to be an Indian superfood, it lives up to its name. According to Ayurveda, amla balances the three doshas – Kapha, vatta and pitta in the body. It eliminates the dangers of many diseases. Here are a few science-backed health benefits of consuming amla.

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Amla: Amla or the Indian gooseberry is usually considered to be a traditional Indian medicine. Packed with vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients, this can help slow down the greying of hair and hair loss as well as other signs of ageing. The most effective way to using amla is by soaking it in water and rinsing your hair with this water. Do this regularly for thick and shiny hair. Also Read - Unveiling The Radiant Secret: Sesame Seeds' Oil Marvels For Your Skin

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Benefits Hair And Skin

Benefits hair and skin: Consuming amla increases the vitamin C level in the body. Vitamin C helps collagen (a type of protein) in improving skin quality by making it tight. Amla also increases the blood circulation in body, providing glowing skin.

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Reduces The Risk Of Constipation

Reduces the risk of constipation: Rich in fibre, amla keeps away the risk of developing constipation, acidity and stomach ulcers. Fibre improves the digestive system by removing toxins from its paths. Along with this, amla is known for regulating the production of stomach acid, which reduces the chances of acid reflux and ulcers