Botanical Library
Amla
Ayurveda tradition
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At a glance
Where it's from
Native to India and Southeast Asia.
Look & taste
A small, pale-green translucent gooseberry. Sour, astringent
Signature compounds
Vitamin C and tannins.
Traditionally used for
A premier Ayurvedic Rasayana (rejuvenative) for digestion, eyes and vitality.
In Canada, we can say...
Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used in Ayurveda as a rejuvenative tonic (Rasayana), to relieve hyperacidity and indigestion, as a digestive and mild laxative, and as an eye tonic.
Did you know?
Amla is a cornerstone of Chyawanprash, the ancient Ayurvedic jam-like tonic.
History & natural history
One of the most revered rejuvenating fruits in Ayurveda.
What we're actually allowed to say
🇨🇦 Health Canada
✓ Permitted: Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used in Ayurveda as a rejuvenative tonic (Rasayana), to relieve hyperacidity and indigestion, as a digestive and mild laxative, and as an eye tonic.
How to use it
As a powder, juice or capsule.
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Check with a practitioner if breastfeeding (or pregnant at higher doses). For the laxative use, avoid with fever or undiagnosed GI trouble.
A note on how to read this page. Traditional (TCM / Ayurveda) and holistic notes are cultural and historical context, offered for education — not medical advice or health claims. Health Canada's permitted claims reflect what regulators have assessed. Emerging research is early, and not a promise of results. Nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always talk to your (or your pet's) health professional before starting a supplement.