Amla

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BS It consists of dried, as well as fresh fruits of the plant Emblica officinalis Gaerth (Phyllanthus emblica Linn).
Family Euphorbiaceae
CC
  • vitamin C
  • fresh pulp
  • fat (0.5%)
  • phyllemblin
  • tannin (5%)
    • Uses
  • It is very helpful in skin disease
  • It prevents premature graying of hairs and dandruff
  • It helpful in improving liver function
  • It helps in lowering cholesterol and blood sugar level
  • Amla find great application in improving eyesight
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