AMALA (PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA)
Nepali Name: अमला, Amala
Scientific Name: Phyllanthus emblica
Hindi Name: आमला, Amla
Traditional Uses and Process of Use:
1. Fresh Fruits:
• Properties: Acrid, cooling, diuretic, laxative, and stomachic.
• Uses:
• Cooling Effect: Provides a cooling sensation.
• Diuretic: Promotes urine production.
• Laxative: Supports bowel movements.
• Stomachic: Beneficial for the stomach.
2. Dry Fruit:
• Constituent of 'Triphala' and 'Chyavanpras' in Ayurvedic preparations.
• 'Triphala': A combination of three fruits used for various health benefits.
• 'Chyavanpras': A herbal formulation known for rejuvenation.
3. Medical Conditions:
• Useful in haemorrhage and dysentery.
• Combining with Iron Compounds:
• Remedy for anaemia.
• Remedy for jaundice.
• Remedy for dyspepsia.
4. Root:
• Astringent properties.
• Usage:
• Astringent Effect: Provides a contracting and toning effect.
5. Seeds:
• Used in asthma, bronchitis, and biliousness.
• Application:
• Asthma and Bronchitis: Alleviates symptoms of respiratory conditions.
• Biliousness: Addresses issues related to bile secretion.
