Amla Berry

Amla Berry

(Phyllanthus emblica)

📜 Common Names:

Indian Gooseberry, Amalaki, Emblic

🌎 Typical Location / Habitat:

Native to India and Southeast Asia. Grows on small deciduous trees that thrive in tropical and subtropical climates.

🌱 About the Plant:

Amla berry is a sour, astringent fruit revered in Ayurveda as a rejuvenating superfruit. Packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, Amla has long been used for enhancing vitality, immunity, and longevity. It’s a key ingredient in the famous Triphala blend and is considered a Rasayana — a class of herbs meant to deeply nourish and promote graceful aging. Its benefits extend from the inside out: supporting digestion, hair health, blood sugar balance, and inflammation response.

⚗️ Medicinal Properties:

• Antioxidant: Extremely high in vitamin C and polyphenols

• Immunomodulator: Balances and strengthens immune function

• Liver protector: Promotes detoxification and liver repair

• Digestive tonic: Soothes the gut, supports nutrient absorption

• Hair & skin health: Encourages healthy growth and collagen repair

• Blood sugar balancer: Helps regulate glucose and metabolism

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🍵 Best Ways to Use:

• Powder: Stir into water, smoothies, or herbal blends

• Capsules: For daily immune and antioxidant support

• Amla oil: Used topically to strengthen and grow hair

• Tea/decoction: Supports digestion and general wellness

Amla Berry