Amla (Emblica Officinalis)
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Amla has the highest content of assimiable Vitamin C known to humans. The juice of the amla fruit is both sweet and sour at the same time. Chewing on the dried fruit for a while and then taking a sip of water also produces a feeling of natural calm. Ayurveda likens the somatic effect of its fruit to being very mildly similar to alcohol. This is one of those rare herbal products that has pleasurable effects as well as healthy properties for a body as well. Humans are the only species that don't naturally produce Vitamin C, and Amla has a highly absorptive type of Vitamin-C for maximum benefit.
Amla fruit is found wild all over the sub-Himalayan forests. It is sacred to Hindus and is the fruit offered to Lord Shiva; one of the main Deities of Hinduism. Amla along with Bel is also considered to be an emblem of fertility, being the female aspect of the Bel in Ayurveda. All parts of this tree have medicinal qualities. Both the Amla and Bel trees are also believed to promote fearlessness due to its association with Lord Shiva, who is worshipped to overcome fear in face of death or disease. Amalaki is referred to in ancient text as the best medicine to prevent aging, partially becuase it's a strong rejuvenative which is the richest natural source ofantioxydant vitamin C. Although only one inch in diameter, the Amalaki fruit has the same antiscorbutic value as two oranges. Amalaki is used in Ayurveda as an aphrodisiac, antipyretic, antidiabetic, and cerebral tonic. It raises the total protein level and increases the body weight due to positive nitrogen balance. It has been found to have an anabolic effect as well. Amla is highly nutritious and is an important dietary source of Vitamin C, minerals and amino acids. The edible fruit tissue contains protein concentration 3-fold and ascorbic acid concentration 160-fold compared to that of the apple. The fruit also contains considerably higher concentration of most minerals and amino acids than apples. Amla fruit ash contains chromium, zinc, and copper. Presence of chromium is of therapeutic value in diabetes. Ours is cold pressed and all organic. |
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