Indian gooseberry or amla is undeniably a powerhouse of nutrients. It has been a common ingredient in the ancient Indian medicinal practice of Ayurveda. This fruit ripens in the autumn in wet, forested, hilly areas on the India. In India it is considered a sacred tree.

Amla enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination of free radicals, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and, acts as an antioxidant.