Amla

With regular use it acts as a rejuvenator and is an important component of Chyavanprash. Amlakki in sanskrit is known as “ Vayastha” –that which keeps a person young. Due to its healing properties it is known as “Dhatri” or the ‘mother’ of all herbs. Amla is found throughout India.

	Botanical Name :	Emblica Officianalis
	Family :	Euphorbiaceae
	Part used :	Fruit
	Effective uses:
			Overall acts to protect and strengthen the tissues of the body.
			Strong Rejuvenator
			Antacid
			Provides protection for the liver
			Prevents Infection and strengthens the Respiratory System
			Used in the treatment of Diabetes
	Home Remedies:
			Dried powder (1/2 tsp) with honey in case of gastritis
			Dried powder (1/2 tsp) with tulsi juice in cases of common cold and cough.
			Decoction of the powder is used to wash eyes in cases of inflammation.
			Dried powder (1/2 tsp) with castor oil and jaggery for liver protection.
			Paste of the powder (2tsp) with yoghurt (100ml), application of paste to the scalp, reduces dandruff
	Usage in other formulations:
			Chywanprash
			Nishamalaki
			Triphala
			Triphala Ghrita
			Dhatri Lauh
	References