Ever wondered if you could find a single cure to anti-aging, skin diseases, heart diseases etc.? Well, you can find the answer to all these problems and more because everything is power packed in one small fruit - the humble Gooseberry. A relative of the currant family, the gooseberry, also known as Amla, Amlaki, Vayastha and Dhatriphala, it has many curative powers just like other berries. However this is a berry which has extra curative powers. If one were to consider an analogy, the following one would be apt - gold is to the world of minerals as amla is to the world of herbs. Such is the wondrous value of the great herb.

Vitamin C in abundance

The Gooseberry is an abundant source if vitamin C. It cools the body, acts as a mild laxative, is a diuretic and is antibacterial as well. When dried, it is used primarily for conditions like diarrhea, hemorrhage and dysentery. It treats all forms of ulcers and can eliminate any form of constipation or piles condition. It is also used in the treatment of artherosclerosis as well as leucorrhea. Being such a rich source of natural vitamin C, it is an excellent anti-aging remedy. When applied topically, it cures all kinds of skin infections. When dried and powdered and applied on the scalp, it makes hair thick and shiny and lustrous. It rejuvenates skin, prevents infections and increases the natural immunity of the human body. One gooseberry is equivalent to the strength of two oranges put together. It is an antioxidant that helps fight free radicals that tend to damage the skin. One of the greatest mysteries of this wonderful herb is that even when cooked, the vitamin C content does not diminish.

Eye problems

The gooseberry is extremely beneficial for all eye ailments. The juice if mixed with honey, can help in improving the eyesight. It also treats common kinds of eye infections like conjunctivitis and glaucoma. It also reduces the tension in the intraocular region. The way the juice is to be administered is as follows: one cup of the Amla juice needs to be mixed with honey and this dosage needs to be taken twice a day.

Beneficial for the liver

The liver as we all know is a vital organ responsible for our proper digestion and food intake. With the increased usage of chemicals in today's modern world, there is bound to be a build up of toxins in the liver. With the regular intake of Amla juice one can strengthen the condition of the liver and also eliminate all the toxins built up in the system. It purifies and cleanses the blood of all its impurities. When taken along with neem, it is a great cure for eliminating pimples occurring on the skin.

Brain functioning

Amlaki when taken internally helps to improve the functioning of the brain. It makes a person more alert and active. It improves and sharpens memory and also strengthens the central nervous system. This is one main reason why it's so good for improving immune systems. This is how it enables the body to fight common diseases.

Heart conditions

Amlaki is also great for toning and strengthening the muscles of the heart. It helps in reducing the risk of heart diseases like stroke etc. It dilates the walls of the arteries and blood vessels in the heart and thereby helps to reduce blood pressure.

Diabetes

Today diabetes is a common disease that affects many people. It's when the pancreas fail in their function to regulate the blood sugar levels, that diabetes occurs. In such a condition, the Amlaki comes to the rescue. When equal quantities of Amla, bitter gourd and the Jamun fruit are mixed together, this mixture when taken in a teaspoon twice a day, can help in curing diabetes.

Acidity

Amlaki is also great in treating conditions like acidity. Constant intake of spicy, sour and sweet types of food can result in increased acidity levels in the stomach. Even consuming too much of tea and coffee can result in acidity. If you take a gram of the Amlaki powder mixed with sugar in milk, about twice everyday, you will be cured of acidity completely.