Content
- 1 What is "amla"
- 2 Composition and nutritional value of Indian gooseberry
- 3 What causes the medicinal properties of Indian gooseberry amla
- 4 Why amla is useful for the body
- 5 Useful properties of amla berries
- 6 Application of amla berries
- 7 The use of amla oil in cosmetology
- 8 Limitations and contraindications
- 9 Conclusion
The Indian Amla gooseberry, unfortunately, is not often used for medical purposes in Russia. However, in the East, since ancient times, it served as a popular medicinal and cosmetic agent, actively used in Ayurveda. Amla has unique properties and is the active ingredient in many powerful dietary supplements found in specialty stores and pharmacies around the world.
What is "amla"
The correct name for the Indian gooseberry amla is phyllanthus emblica. The culture belongs to the Euphorbia family and is a fruit-bearing deciduous tree with a slightly curved trunk with a light brown, smooth bark, reaching a height of 7 - 8 m.Amla branches fall off during leaf fall along with leaves that resemble light feathers and have a pleasant green tint ... The flowers of the tree are dim, small, light green in color with a yellow tone. The Indian gooseberry blooms in March, after which it forms greenish-yellow, transparent and smooth round berries, which in appearance resemble an ordinary gooseberry. They ripen from November to February. Southeast Asia is home to the Indian gooseberry amla, which grows throughout India in deciduous forests. The tree is also cultivated in China, Thailand, Malaysia, where its benefits are widely known.
Composition and nutritional value of Indian gooseberry
Indian gooseberry amla produces medium-sized berries weighing up to 2.5 g, which are a real treasure of useful microelements and vitamins. The natural balance of carbohydrates and proteins makes the product easy to digest. Indian gooseberry contains:
- macro- and microelements - magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, chromium;
- vitamin C;
- amino acids;
- tannins;
- riboflavin, thiamine, carotenoids, niacin and many other components healing the human body.
The calorie content of the product is 54 kcal per 100 g.
What causes the medicinal properties of the Indian gooseberry amla
Reviews of real people who have been treated with Indian gooseberry berries confirm the benefits of the amla plant. After all, it has a whole spectrum of beneficial effects on the human body:
- antioxidant;
- diuretic;
- antipyretic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- laxative;
- diuretic;
- calming;
- anti-aging;
- antidiabetic;
- antispasmodic;
- antiglycemic.
That is why in the East in medicine since ancient times they know about the benefits of the Indian gooseberry amla and use it to treat:
- diabetes;
- peptic ulcer diseases;
- anemia;
- pulmonary tuberculosis;
- asthma;
- infectious respiratory diseases;
- scurvy;
- cough;
- dysentery;
- diarrhea;
- migraine;
- eye diseases - glaucoma and conjunctivitis.
The benefits of Indian gooseberries include beneficial effects on the nervous system, improving memory, and eliminating bouts of fatigue. No wonder the plant is widely used in the composition of funds to improve concentration and eliminate mental arousal. In addition, the Indian gooseberry amla is used for cosmetic purposes: its use is especially popular for hair restoration.
Why amla is useful for the body
First of all, amla is valued for its high content of vitamin C, which, in combination with a tannin complex and gallic acid, remains in berries for a long time.
Valuable plant oil is produced from its berries. At the same time, for medicinal purposes for the preparation of medicines, not only the fruits of the Indian gooseberry are widely used, but also its other parts - roots, leaves, seeds, bark, flowers.
Regular consumption of amla allows you to:
- strengthen immunity;
- cleanse from toxins;
- normalize blood pressure;
- cleanse the liver;
- normalize the work of the digestive tract;
- slow down the aging process;
- lower blood sugar levels;
- protect the body from the effects of toxins and free radicals.
The benefits of Indian gooseberries are also in lowering cholesterol levels and beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system, strengthening the walls of blood vessels. The beneficial properties of amla are relevant for men and women, as well as for children and the elderly.
For men
Amla is often used to treat infertility in men and eliminate problems with potency. Thanks to the impressive amount of nutrients, the fruits of the healing tree increase the blood supply to the male organs and have a beneficial effect on the reproductive system. In addition, the berries of the plant raise vitality, which has a beneficial effect on the body's sexual tone. According to the reviews of men taking products that contain amla, formulations with Indian gooseberries increase male strength, give endurance and activity. This is especially true for men of mature age who have all kinds of problems with sexual function. That is why the Indian gooseberry amla is often found in the composition of male drugs that enhance potency.
For women
Gooseberry berries growing in India are invaluable for the female reproductive system, as well as for maintaining beauty. Their benefits for the fair sex are extensive and are manifested:
- in the normalization of hormonal levels;
- increased blood flow to female organs;
- correction of the entire reproductive system;
- beneficial effects on the skin and hair, both when eating berries inside, and in the preparation of masks based on them;
- improving well-being during menopause;
- increased metabolism, which helps women to fight overweight.
Indian berry can help women get pregnant and enjoy their sex life to the fullest. The property of amla to increase the blood supply to the genitals can provoke a miscarriage in the last trimester or in the presence of individual contraindications, therefore, before using the products containing the plant, it is necessary to consult a specialist observing the course of pregnancy.
Is it possible for amla children
Russian experts do not recommend giving amla gooseberries to babies under 3 years of age, due to the exotic and unusual nature of the berries for the body. However, in oriental medicine, the benefits of using Indian gooseberries for children are considered unconditional, therefore Ayurveda allows even one-year-old children to use Indian gooseberries to increase immunity and fight infectious diseases.
Useful properties of amla berries
The benefits of gooseberry fruits from India are confirmed by clinical studies, which allows them to be widely used for medicinal purposes to combat:
- with Alzheimer's disease and mental disorders;
- the development of tumors - both benign and malignant;
- early baldness;
- infertility.
In addition, Indian gooseberry helps to remove toxins from the liver associated with poisoning and the consumption of fatty foods, sugar and alcohol. Therefore, the berry is often used to treat kidney disease, in the fight against age-related genetic mutations. Amla is also useful for diseases of the teeth and gums.
More about the experience in using amla - in the video:
Application of amla berries
The fruits of the Indian gooseberry are used for diabetes, eye, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular diseases. Berries have the beneficial properties of improving the body's resistance to infections, completely rejuvenating the body and enhancing cellular metabolism. Amla is a very powerful natural antioxidant that helps to eliminate toxins and improve digestion. The medicinal plant is used both in the form of fresh berries and their juice, and in the form of a dry powder.
Fresh berries
The most effective for the benefit of the whole body is the use of fresh berries. It is best to take Indian gooseberry after meals or prepare an infusion based on it. To do this, the berries are poured with water at room temperature and left for 12 hours, after which the fruits are squeezed out, and the liquid is used as intended. Due to the high concentration of active substances, the infusion is recommended to be diluted with water. In this form, the benefit from the use is equal to the use of fresh fruits.
Juice
Freshly squeezed or canned Indian gooseberry juice is helpful in treating:
- respiratory organs - for treatment, they take juice in equal proportions with honey and drink 1 - 2 tbsp. l. several times a day;
- oral cavity and, in particular, with stomatitis - by rinsing 2 tbsp. l. amla juice, diluted in 0.5 tbsp. water;
- diabetes - drink 1 tbsp. l. juice 3 times a day;
- eyes - with a solution of 2 tsp. juice in ½ tbsp. water that is drunk on an empty stomach.
Application of dried fruit powder
From the dried berries of Indian gooseberries, a powder is produced in the homeland of its growth, which is exported to other countries.
- The simplest and most useful will be the use of the product inside. To do this, 5 g of powder is diluted in 1 tbsp. water and drink 2 times a day. Since amla has unique properties, the benefits of such a technique for the body are invaluable: the tonic prepared from the powder rejuvenates, restores vitality and tone.
- To cleanse the blood or cure infectious respiratory diseases, it is enough to mix the powder with honey in equal proportions.
- When exhausted, for a quick set of body weight, dried gooseberries are mixed with melted butter in equal proportions and taken orally. The product enhances appetite and promotes weight gain. For this property in the East, amla is extremely valued and is widely used to treat seriously ill people and patients after surgery.
- An infusion of dried fruits brings benefits to the eyes. For this purpose, 5 g of amla powder is soaked in 1 tbsp. warm water. The resulting composition is used to wash the eyes for eye diseases - conjunctivitis and glaucoma.
- To prepare the broth, take 1 tbsp. l. raw materials and pour 1 liter of water, boil for 5 minutes. The composition is cooled and the face is washed with it. The broth has a beneficial effect on the skin, helping to make it smooth, tender, elastic, and eliminate excess shine.
The use of amla oil in cosmetology
Indian gooseberry oil is widely used in cosmetology by oriental women. Amla is the main component of face and hair masks, which helps to make the skin smooth, even, and remove traces of fatigue on the eyelids. However, the greatest benefits amla brings to hair, in giving it shine, silkiness and thickness. This remedy for hair restoration is considered one of the most useful and faithful, it is difficult to find analogues. Amla gives hair not only a visible, cosmetic, but also a deep, medicinal effect.
Applying amla oil for hair
Indian gooseberry oil is suitable for all hair types. The easiest way to nourish the hair with vitamins and useful microelements, restore the hair structure and make it obedient, soft, silky is to simply lubricate the hair and scalp with a pure product. After applying the oil, the hair should be wrapped in a film and the mask should be kept for 40 - 60 minutes. To enhance the effect, the agent is left on the head for up to 6 - 7 hours. On dry ends, oil is applied more abundantly. To increase the beneficial effect, Indian gooseberry ether is mixed with ingredients such as kefir, honey, sour cream and other vegetable oils.
- To prepare a honey composition that removes dandruff and makes hair shiny, the ingredients are mixed in equal amounts and heated slightly. Amlu and honey are taken for this in equal proportions.
- To eliminate excess fat and reduce the activity of the sebaceous glands, Indian gooseberry oil is mixed with kefir in a ½ ratio and 4 - 5 drops of lavender or tea tree ether are added.
- You can strengthen your hair with gooseberry by mixing its oil with sour cream in a 1: 1 ratio and 5 drops of rosemary ether.
Is it possible to make amla oil at home
Usually, amla oil is not produced in its pure form, but is included in the composition of products based on other esters. Therefore, a recipe for making a homemade high-quality oil composition based on purchased gooseberry powder from India will be useful. This will require:
- Pour 10 g of powder into a clean glass jar with a screw cap;
- add 100 g of good quality vegetable oil (olive, sesame milk thistle, etc.);
- mix the ingredients thoroughly;
- leave for 24 hours, occasionally shaking the contents of the jar;
- strain the composition through a coffee filter or cheesecloth;
- pour into a dark glass bottle;
- store in a cool, dry and dark place.
Limitations and contraindications
There are no strict contraindications to the use of Indian gooseberry medicinal raw materials. The limitation is the individual intolerance to the plant and its use by children under 3 years of age. It is worth paying attention: along with the effectiveness and benefits, the use of Indian gooseberries can also cause side effects, which are manifested:
- a strong, even critical, decrease in blood sugar levels;
- dehydration of the body;
- constipation;
- impaired liver function;
- bleeding if combined with anticoagulants.
Conclusion
Indian gooseberry amla is an invaluable herb with a wide range of medicinal properties. To avoid side effects, it is better to consult a specialist before using a herbal remedy, this is especially true for people suffering from chronic diseases.
