Therapeutic Potential of Emblica offcinalis-A Review

Nivaasini Sivarajah

Abstract: Emblica offcinalis or Phyllanthus emblica (amla) are widely used in the Indian system of medicine are believed to increase defense against disease. Emblica offcinalis is rich in antioxidant. This berries have the highest amount of naturally occurring vitamain C. It has anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal activities. Emblica officinalis is amazingly effective natural anti-ageing product. Emblica officinalis is very effective in treatment of Acidity and Peptic ulcers. It is an ingredient of many Ayurvedic medicines and tonics, as it removes excessive salivation, nausea, vomiting, giddiness, spermatorrhoea, internal body heat and menstrual disorders. Emblica officinalis is rich in Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, essential amino acids and many other vitamins and minerals and anti-oxidants. The gelatinous plum-sized Amla fruit contains heat stable vitamin C.

Keywords: Emblica offcinalis, antioxidant, Therapeutic Potential