Amalaki

Other names: emblica officinalis, phyllanthus emblica, amla, amlaka, Indian gooseberry, medical emblica, Yeowkan tse, Ziphiyu-si, Indian Gooseberry

Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)

Amalaki, also known as emblica officinalis, phyllanthus emblica, amla, amlaka, Indian gooseberry, medical emblica, Yeowkan tse, Ziphiyu-si and Indian Gooseberry, is an important part of Ayurveda and traditional Indian medicine. It is in India that this tree is considered holy and is widely used not only in medicine but also in diet. Its fruits are rich in vitamin C, amino acids and minerals and have strong antioxidant properties. As a result, Amalaki boosts immunity, improves digestion, promotes liver health, calms the mind and promotes overall body health.

Amalaki fruits are used in various forms and some of them are also available on the Czech market. Among other things, they are used to make a raw juice, called amla juice, which is often used as a healthy dietary supplement. The fruit is also dried and ground into powder, which is widely used in cosmetics, especially for hair and skin care. It is also available in capsule or tablet form for easy consumption. Further, this plump fruit is used in Ayurveda, where it is part of many medicinal mixtures and preparations. It is very popular, for example, along with two other fruit species in a recipe known as Triphala. The use of amalaki in the food industry is also interesting, specifically in the production of traditional Indian sweets or sour sauces. So, just choose the form that suits you best and you can start reaping the benefits of this Indian superfood.