Guest guest Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a wonder fruit that due to its cool and astringent properties is used in many Ayurvedic medicines, writes Jyoti Gupta Amla is a wonderful fruit which is probably the richest and most natural source of vitamin C and iron. It is readily assimilated in the human body contributing towards health and longevity. Benefits Increases vigour Removes heaviness from head and dullness of brain Controls temperament Treatment of respiratory disorders like asthma and bronchitis Reduces the blood sugar A remedy for heart disease Beneficial in treatment of conjunctivitis and glucoma Effective in treatment of diarrhea and dysentery Contains an element which is very valuable in maintaining strength in old age. It protects against infection Excellent tonic for hair Removes constipation Amla juice Wash the fruit well. Crush lightly on a stone. Remove seed. Grind well in a mixer. Dilute with water and strain. Drink immediately. This drink is particularly helpful in the treatment of anaemia. For best result, take every morning on an empty stomach. External Applications It is commonly used in many Ayurvedic medicines due to its cool and astringent properties. The fruit cut into pieces has to be dried, prefereably in shade. These pieces should be boiled in coconut oil till they become dust. This oil is an excellent remedy for graying of hair. Combinations with other foods Equal quantity of amla powder, jamun powder and bitter-gourd powder make a useful remedy for diabetics Juice of Amla mixed with honey is very useful for eyesight A drink made from amla mixed with lemon juice and misri is highly beneficial in controlling acute dysentery The best way to take Amla with the least loss of Vitamin C is to eat it raw with a little salt. ___________________ Additionally - Grate fresh Amla - using Cutter - KaduKas - then squeze to extract fresh juice - add honey 1 spoon and water 1 glass - and then drink - Lokesh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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