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8 reasons to eat amla every day

bySumita Thomas
May 5, 2020
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Amla

Amla

It has eight times more vitamin C than an orange, twice the antioxidant power of acai berry, and around 17 times that of a pomegranate. The humble Indian gooseberry, commonly known as amla, truly deserves its superfood status.

The translucent green fruit, which derives its name from the Sanskrit word ‘Amlaki’ meaning “nectar of life”, can protect us against countless ailments, be it the common cold, cancer, or infertility. Ayurveda doctors claim that amla can help balance the three doshas (Kapha/vista/pitta) in the body and eliminate the underlying cause of many diseases.

If you are not already convinced, read this long list of amla’s health benefits and you would know why you should indulge in this sour treat daily.

1. It helps fight the common cold

The vitamin C in amla is absorbed more easily by the body compared to store-bought supplements. Mix two teaspoons of amla powder with two teaspoons of honey and have it three to four times a day for instant relief when you have a cold or a cough or consume once daily for permanent protection. It helps fight the common cold

2. It improves eyesight

Studies have shown that the carotene in amla improves vision. Daily consumption has also been linked to improvement in overall eye health as amla can reduce cataract problem, intraocular tension (the pressure you feel) as well as prevent reddening, itching, and watering of eyes.

3. It burns fat

This is the least talked-about yet most exciting benefit of amla. A protein present in amla helps prevent cravings. Regular consumers say drinking a glass of amla juice before a meal fills them up and make them eat less. Nutritionists say amla boosts metabolism too, making one shed weight faster. Amla has high fiber content and acids like tannic which help relieve constipation and make you look less bloated.

4. It builds immunity

Amla’s antibacterial and astringent properties boost one’s immune system. A significant number of health problems including cancer are caused by oxidative damage –when body cells use oxygen, they leave harmful by-products called free radicals behind. Considering amla is a potent antioxidant agent, it can prevent and repair the damage.

5. Amla beautifies hair

Amla, like curry leaves, is a proven tonic for hair. It slows down graying, prevents dandruff, strengthens hair follicles, and increases blood circulation to the scalp thereby improving hair growth. Amla also acts as a natural conditioner giving you soft shimmering locks. You could apply amla oil or mix amla powder into henna for a hair pack. It beautifies hair

6. It improves skin

Amla is the best anti-aging fruit. Drinking amla juice with honey every morning can give you blemish-free, healthy and glowing skin.

7. It helps manage chronic conditions

Amla is loaded with chromium which aids in reducing bad cholesterol and also helps stimulate insulin production, thereby reducing the blood glucose level of diabetics. Drinking amla juice early every morning or when one’s blood pressure is raised helps keep the blood pressure level under control, too.

8. It relieves pain

Be it arthritis-related joint aches or painful mouth ulcers, amla can provide relief owing to its anti-inflammatory properties. For ulcers, you simply need to dilute amla juice in half a cup of water and gargle with it.

How to use amla

Drinking the juice of fresh amla is the best way to reap the benefits of this fruit. Amla is easily available from December through April. However, if you can’t handle the sour shot, try these tasty options:

Dried:

Deseed and chop amla into small pieces. Mix with a little salt and leave to dry in sunlight for a few days. Once it is completely dehydrated, store in a dry jar for an ideal on-the-go snack.

Pickled:

Make a spicy amla achaar or a sweet murabba by soaking amla in sugary water.amla achaar

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For Sumita Thomas, good nutrition advice is less about what NOT to eat and all about HOW to eat. Armed with a master’s degree in clinical nutrition and dietetics from IGNOU, Sumita has worked with multi-specialty clinics and corporate clients, planning calorie-specific menus for their cafeterias. She’s also a certified diabetes educator, has worked in cardiac nutrition and is even a TUV-certified internal auditor for food safety management systems. Maybe that’s why she ensures her advice is always scientifically sound, which makes her a perfect fit for us at HealthifyMe. Of the belief that a healthy lifestyle can be achieved with the combination of a healthy mind, body and diet, Sumita recommends setting realistic goals – one health target a day – and gradually incorporating healthy ingredients to your daily diet. Does she practice what she preaches? For sure, and ensures all those around her do too. So get set, because that now includes you!

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Comments 88

  1. April says:
    2 weeks ago

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    Reply
  2. Spicy organic says:
    2 weeks ago

    very helpful

    Reply
  3. Sonu kataria says:
    3 months ago

    Amla is very good for health. Consuming Amla juice with Aloe vera juice in the morning with with empty stomach is very good. Nice article and great information. Thanks

    Reply
  4. cup of joy says:
    5 months ago

    nice post

    Reply
  5. Shivam says:
    6 months ago

    Very Nice

    Reply
  6. Seth says:
    7 months ago

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    Reply
  7. Lara says:
    7 months ago

    This article is very useful and informative. Amla is very effective for hair. Thanks a lot for sharing this 🙂

    Reply
  8. derm jack says:
    8 months ago

    Your article informative and helpful for us. Amla is a very healthy fruit and we should eat these fruits regularly. Thank you:)

    Reply
  9. Aditi singh says:
    1 year ago

    Nice article. You have provided amazing knowledge on health. Thank you for, giving this knowledge.

    Reply
  10. sterling optometrist says:
    1 year ago

    Thanks, it is quite informative. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  11. KIRANDEEP MAURYA says:
    1 year ago

    HOW MUCH AMWLA WE CAN EAT EVERYDAY???

    Reply
    • navya says:
      1 year ago

      Hi Kirandeep, Consuming 2 amlas for a day would be ideal.

      Reply
  12. Deep Ayurveda says:
    1 year ago

    Really, Informative Article – Regular use of Amla fruit can strengthen digestion, absorption, and assimilation of food.

    Reply
    • navya says:
      1 year ago

      Thankyou Deep. We apprreciate the time you have taken out to give us this wonderful feedback.

      Reply
  13. Neelmani Aggarwal says:
    1 year ago

    Is it beneficial to have 3-4 Fresh Amla juice after lunch (after gap of 60-90 minutes)…..Pls advise

    Reply
  14. halinder says:
    1 year ago

    nice

    Reply
  15. Hindiayur says:
    1 year ago

    nice information

    Reply
    • Shama J says:
      1 year ago

      Thank you

      Reply
  16. Ishan Singh says:
    2 years ago

    Another benefit of Amla is good health of Gums. It is useful for scurvy patients too

    Reply
  17. Swapnil pawar says:
    3 years ago

    Can I eat 1 amla after taking lunch?

    Reply
  18. Flossie says:
    3 years ago

    Is it okay to consume 2 fresh raw amla per day

    Reply
  19. Sid says:
    3 years ago

    Is patanjali amla juice effective and pure?

    Reply
  20. Sid says:
    3 years ago

    Is the amla juice from patanjali effective??

    Reply
  21. Vinod says:
    3 years ago

    How to consume amla if im suffering from dandruff, grey hair and hairfall

    Reply
  22. raja says:
    3 years ago

    white hair can be turned into black with amla?

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      3 years ago

      Yes Raja

      Reply
  23. raja says:
    3 years ago

    can white hair can be turned into black with amla

    Reply
  24. CHAND BABU BAIRATHI JAIPUR says:
    3 years ago

    Is there any use of amla ghutli. Please suggest if any use

    Reply
  25. Sweetie says:
    3 years ago

    Can v eat small amla? Does that give d same benefit as big one

    Reply
  26. Abhilash says:
    3 years ago

    Amala is used for weight loss or not

    Reply
  27. Aamna says:
    3 years ago

    how many calories are in one piece of amla muraba??

    Reply
  28. Sam says:
    3 years ago

    Im taking 1 spoon of Amla powder in 1 glass water daily…it is good or not???

    Reply
  29. Sam says:
    3 years ago

    Im daily taking 1 spoon of Amla powder in water…it is good or not??

    Reply
  30. mohit says:
    3 years ago

    Should i eat amla or apply amla on my hair to cure severe dandruff and hairfall also?

    Reply
  31. Raman says:
    3 years ago

    Hi.. I’m having a severe hair loss. Having a one amala per day will help to control the hair loss. Please advise for nutrition foods for hair loss and increase of hair growth.

    Thank you.

    Reply
  32. LALITA says:
    3 years ago

    AAMLA IS BEST FOR GAIN WEIGHT

    Reply
  33. preet says:
    3 years ago

    hiii dear mere bht grey hair hai age 24 hai kya amla powder consume krne se hair black ho jyege??

    Reply
  34. PRIYA says:
    3 years ago

    CAN I USE AMLA FOR WAIT LOSS? BECAUSE AFTER DLIVERY MANY WEIGHT GAIN AND I AM THYROID PETENT. SO I AM USEING AMLA AUR NOT?

    Reply
  35. Deb says:
    3 years ago

    Hi

    I have read somewhere that taking one teaspoon of amla powder with water every morning helps in the cases of excessive sweating. Does it reduce or eliminate sweating in medical conditions such as hyperhidrosis? If so, then how & in what quantities should it be taken? Does it really matter if I take the amla power available from shops or should I prepare it myself? Thanks ?

    Reply
  36. Shuchi says:
    3 years ago

    I drink fresh amla juice every night before going to bed. Is this helpful in any way (esp. Weight loss) ? I make juice by grinding amla in mixer with some water and squeezing it with muslin cloth

    Reply
  37. Ishan says:
    3 years ago

    I am suffering from Lipoma which are on every part of my body.. So how to get rid of it.. ?

    Reply
    • Shama J says:
      1 year ago

      Hi Ishan, It is ideal to get in touch with a certified health consultant to understand what diet and workout routine works best for you.

      Reply
  38. Narender Singh says:
    3 years ago

    I have few white hair in early age(25), tell me I take 1-2 alma daily…will it work??

    Reply
  39. Rookesh says:
    3 years ago

    It is better to consume Amla as raw or juice or powder

    Reply
  40. Rookesh says:
    3 years ago

    I’m eating raw Amla atleast 2 a day and apply it on scalp directly once a week, I need to regrowth of my hair….
    Does this method actually works????

    Reply
  41. Puneet Sharma says:
    3 years ago

    Dear Shrutiji, Greetings….
    Myself Puneet Sharma….m eating amla since 2014 on regular basis…..My vision is under control…..I want to know d more benefits of raw (green) amla…..Thnx

    Reply
  42. Harshada says:
    3 years ago

    We used to keep Amla in salt water and eat it after some days so that it soaks water and its sourness gets redused. Is this method helpful? cause i found fungus on top of that water in jar so I never tried again. Pleas reply.

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      3 years ago

      Hi Harshada,

      Amla is soaked in salt water/brine as a pickling method for longer preservation. Vitamin C in Amla reduces on exposure to heat and air but it is still nutritious to consume, provided salt is controlled in rest of the diet. Mold grows on it if the product hasn’t reached a high enough acidity or doesn’t have salt or is stored at a warmer temperature. The best way to reap maximum benefits of amla is to eat it fresh.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
      • Abhi says:
        3 years ago

        Amla is used for weight lose or not

        Reply
  43. DS says:
    3 years ago

    Hi,

    I have been drinking amla juice every morning on empty stomach for last 2 months.

    Will this help control hair loss (male pattern baldness)

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      3 years ago

      Hi DS,

      Not really. Hair loss can be due to numerous reasons – could be hereditary, due to inadequate protein or iron in diet and body stores, stress, or environmental factors. Only amla juice is not going to give results you may have to resort to other treatments as well, medical or natural.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  44. Swapnil says:
    4 years ago

    How to consume Amla powder to get rid of premature greying of hair?????? Plz reply

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Swapnil,

      Amla powder can be mixed with water and had in the morning empty stomach.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  45. Zakaria says:
    4 years ago

    I need to find supplier of Amla for big quantity in KSA
    Anyone can help me ?
    If yes plz call me or chat at 00966506224118

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Zakaria,

      You should be able to get access to large quantities of amla in the local vegetable market. However, if you are located closer to Bahrain, you will most definetely get amla in the Central Market over there.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  46. Gertrude Bryant says:
    4 years ago

    Thanks for your wonderful information!!!

    Reply
  47. Fraz Mehmood says:
    4 years ago

    I am looking for natural remedy for my low HDL and high LDL, any one can help?

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Fraz Mehmood,

      In order to increase your HDL, you can begin with going for regular walks and exercising on a regular basis. To decrease the LDL, you can adopt a low-fat diet by avoiding deep fried foods, and animal fats like butter and ghee. LDL can also be reduced by consuming Omega fatty acids like flax seeds, chia seeds, fish, walnuts pumpkin seeds, etc.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  48. vinita says:
    4 years ago

    M taking Amla powder daily, to get faster Lang hair how many spoon should I take it??

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Vinita,

      Amla powder alone will not help in hair growth. Along with the amount you consume every day, it is essential that you follow a good protein diet with balanced nutrients, in order to speed up the hair growth.

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  49. MAK says:
    4 years ago

    Well fresh amla isn’t readily available for extracting juice. Can we shake the amla murraba in water as a substitute?

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi MAK,

      As Amla Murabba is high in sugar, it is not suggested to take as a replacement for Amla.
      Probably during off season, one can take lemon as a substitute for Amla as both have vitamin C.

      Hope this helps you.

      Reply
  50. ANTONY says:
    4 years ago

    Can we eat amla daily . I am eating one fruit daily

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Antony,

      Yes Amla is a very dense source of Vit.C and it is good for building strong immune system it is also high fibre and rich anti-oxidant source. So one amla a day will take care of the Vit.C requirement of the body per day (RDA-recommended dietary allowance).

      Hope this helps you!

      Reply
  51. alice says:
    4 years ago

    where will i get the amla powder

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Alice,

      You can find amla powder in any grocery store under the spices and condiments section.

      Reply
      • Chandu says:
        4 years ago

        it’s better to prepare amla powder at home itself . Because at shops we cannot get pure amla powder .

        Reply
  52. Ambrose Solanki says:
    4 years ago

    Awesomely done write-up. I certainly like this website. Thanks!

    Reply
  53. Amar says:
    4 years ago

    Willing to know if murabba made from Amla will be as healthy as dried Amla or not. Many Thanks ….

    Reply
  54. IMON CHAKRABORTY says:
    4 years ago

    AMLA…THE ALL ROUNDER MEDICINE!!!!

    Reply
  55. IMON CHAKRABORTY says:
    4 years ago

    THE ALL IN ONE MEDICINE…..AMLA/GOOSEBERRY….AN ALL ROUNDER!!!! GO FOR IT!!!!

    Reply
  56. subrin says:
    4 years ago

    thanks for your super information…..i love amlaa……i love itttt…..

    Reply
  57. Surayya aftab says:
    4 years ago

    Kindly let me know the use of amla for my 3 yr grandson suffering from constipation and my 6 yr grandson weajk sight ,thanks ,hope to receive the reply soon.

    Reply
  58. Deep says:
    4 years ago

    What is the best time to have amala ? Is it ok if we take after dinner?

    Reply
    • Aaryan says:
      4 years ago

      yes i did that… really works bro

      Reply
      • Tapati says:
        3 years ago

        I steam one Amla in cooker for three whistle and eat is it ok

        Reply
  59. Pranav says:
    4 years ago

    How many pieces of Amla should be taken daily?

    Reply
  60. Rohan sarkar says:
    4 years ago

    Comment:does eating amla daily prevent hair fall

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Rohan,

      Yes, eating amla daily does prevent hair fall. For added results, you can also apply it to your scalp, since it produces oils that have been used to treat hair and scalp problems over the ages.

      Reply
      • Dilip says:
        4 years ago

        How many pieces of Amla should be taken daily?

        Reply
        • Shruti Naidu says:
          4 years ago

          Hi Dilip,

          You can consume one amla a day. This will take care of the Vit.C requirement of the body per day (RDA-recommended dietary allowance).

          Reply
          • Amit says:
            3 years ago

            eating RAW amla after lunch everyday is good enough?
            or shall I start eating one raw Amla after every meals of the day?

            plz reply

  61. rajput says:
    4 years ago

    kitne amla ek din me khane chahiye

    Reply
    • Shruti Naidu says:
      4 years ago

      Hi Rajput,

      It is ideal to consume 2 – 3 gooseberries (amla) in a day.

      Reply
      • sneka says:
        7 months ago

        One day once is enough, can eat or grind and extract as juice. Take amla as pickle is not advisable.

        Reply
    • Prasad Soysa says:
      3 years ago

      2 amla is quite good dear

      Reply
  62. Komal says:
    5 years ago

    Useful information

    Reply
    • pradeep poojary says:
      7 months ago

      Thank you good information

      Reply

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