Amla is a rich source of Vitamin C. Apart from it, Amla contains several compounds like polyphenols, minerals like Iron and zinc and vitamins like Carotenes and Vitamin B complex. Amla improves food absorption,reduces acidity, strengthens the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, improves the heart functions, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and, acts as an antioxidant. Amla also contains contains chromium, which has a therapeutic value for diabetic patients. It is no wonder that it is one of the most common ingredient of most Ayurvedic preparations in some form or the other. Chyavnaprash, a wildly popular ayurvedic formulation conssists 70% of amla and is the most reliable and effective immune enhancer and health tonic for both children and elderly.
