HEALTH BENEFITS OF INDIAN GOOSEBERRY

by Moksha G    September 10, 2008

We all know that an apple in a day keeps doctor away , the same is also true for Amla. Amla or the Indian-goose berry is the richest source of Vitamin C ie Ascorbic acid. The vitamin C content of Amla per 100 gms of edible portion is 600 mg.Normally Vitamin C gets destroyed by drying but  dried Amla still contain vitamin C.
    Fresh Amla are available during winter season in India.So one should make a habit of consuming atleast  one fresh amla per day. When fresh amla are not available than Amla in the dried or murabba form should be consumed. Amla juice is also available in market. One should take Amla juice with Iron rich foods. Amla juice is excellent if it is taken along with a pinch of Spirulina powder.

BENEFITS OF AMLA :

Cures Anaemia :  Vitamin C is required for the absorption of Iron from the intestine.
As Amla is richest source of  Vitamin C it increases the absorption of Iron.Therefore one shoould consume Amla with green leafy vegetables or with Spirulina.Spirulina is an algae which is rich in Iron.In market there are tablets available which contain Spirulina & amla .

Cures Cold & Cough :  Vitamin C strengthen the immunity  of the body .Thus pevents Cold & cough.

Strengthen Gums , Teeth & Bones :  Vitamin C is required for the synthesis of Collagen.

Cures Joint Pain : By helping in the formation of collagen fibers.

Helps in healing wounds :

Prevents Hair Fall : 
 

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