“Amla has been used in India for ages and primarily for its innumerable health benefits. It boosts metabolism, nourishes brain, improves skin and hair quality and strengthens urinary system. Apart from the health benefits, amla also has anti-ageing properties. In earlier days people used to add it to their bathing water,” said a leading chef. “It is also widely used in many Ayurvedic medicines like Mehar Choorna, Nishamalakai Choorna, etc.” he added.
“Amla can also be taken dried or raw and it cures sore throat, painful mouth ulcers and helps in weight loss,” he added. “Amla being an age old ingredient, many dishes and drinks have already been made from it. You can make pickles, murraba, jams, curries and even add it to daal (lentils) for a delicious taste. You can also make amla mocktails, amla-honey shot, amla-minty punch, amla and ginger drink and can be even more stylish and experimental with drinks. We have also introduced a healthy option to our menu called ‘bonda burger’ made from amla and aloe vera,” he continued.
It is also so rich in vitamin C, that one glass of amla juice is 20 times as healthy as one glass of orange juice. Rich in fibres, vitamin A, anti-oxidants and minerals such as chromium, zinc, copper, iron among others, amla works like a miracle fruit and it's time you included it in your diet. Stay tuned for more updates.