Health Benefits Of Indian Gooseberry (Amla)

The  Indian gooseberry, also known as Amla, is a tree that is famous for its nutrient rich fruits. The amla tree is native to India and Nepal, and that is why it is referred to as the Indian Gooseberry. The fruit is small and light green in color with six vertical stripes and a hard seed inside. The fruit has a sour and astringent taste. It’s a potent source of Vitamin C and also contains iron and calcium. Because it is so versatile, it has become a favorite among the health conscious masses.

1. Boosts Immunity:- Indian gooseberry is a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins, by enhancing the function of NK cells, and Lymphocytes it prevents cold and allergies.

2. Boosts Metabolism 
(Weight loss):- The Indian gooseberry fruit is also known to speed metabolism, especially because of its ability to increase the absorption of protein, one of the main reasons for obesity is poor metabolism.Your metabolic rate is how fast your body burns calories. Boosting it will lead to faster weight loss, higher energy levels and an overall increase in lean muscle mass.

3. Anti-ageing:- Though ageing is a natural and inevitable process , the process of ageing can be slowed down for sure. The powerful anti oxidants present in Indian gooseberry reduces the effects of free radicals (which are responsible for damaging protein, DNA, and cell membranes) which are the main cause of wrinkles , blemishes and age spots. Also, the anti-viral properties of amla protect the skin from harmful pathogenic diseases.

4. Benefits for Hair:- There are numerous ways in which gooseberries can be useful for our hair.

• The deficiency of  vitamin C causes hair fall, and gooseberry contain abundance of vitamin C which prevents hair loss.
• Topical application of gooseberry in the form of powder or paste nourishes the scalp and prevents premature graying of hair. As, the antioxidants present in gooseberry enrich the pigmentation of the hair. 
• It also accelerates and promotes hair growth by strengthening hair roots making the hair softer, shinier and voluminous. It also conditions the hair, making it less prone to breakage. 

• Pro Tip:-  Massage your scalp with amla oil to get thick, long, healthy and shiny hair. You can easily prepare gooseberry (amla) shampoo at home. Take dried gooseberry (amla) and boil it with soap-nuts (reetha) and ‎soap pod (shikakai) in water for 10 minutes. Leave the solution overnight, drain and use it for washing your hair.

5. Helps digestion:- Gooseberry juice helps to neutralize acidity in the stomach with its cooling properties.  It is high in fiber, water content, and has anti-inflammatory properties as well. Fiber is essential for healthy bowel movements and it is also necessary for the secretion of gastric and digestive juices. Thus, gooseberry (amla) is great for the entire digestive process.