Nellikka

  • Botanical Name : Phyllanthus emblica
  • English Name : Indian Gooseberry
  • Sanskrit Name : āmalakī
  • Malayalam Name : Nellikka (നെല്ലിക്ക)
  • Part Used : Fruit
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Overview

  • The tree is considered sacred by Hindus, believed to house God Vishnu, and is worshiped on Amalaka Ekadashi.
  • In Hindu beliefs, amla is said to have originated from Amrit drops spilled on earth during the gods and demons’ fight after Ksheera Sagar Manthan.
  • Indian gooseberry (amla) is crucial in Ayurveda and traditional folk medicine in Southeast Asia.

Habitat

  • A small deciduous tree, up to 8m, found along hill slopes, on exposed slopes in dry deciduous forests above 800-1500m.
  • Native to subtropical South Asian countries and commercially grown in northern India.

Phytochemistry

  • Amla fruits contain high amounts of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and bitter ellagitannins like emblicanin A (37%), emblicanin B (33%), punigluconin (12%), and pedunculagin (14%).
  • Also contains punicafolin, phyllanemblinin A, flavonoids, kaempferol, ellagic acid, and gallic acid.
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Nutritional Prowess

  • Antioxidant effects protect against oxidative damage associated with heart injury.
  • Regulates endothelial function, comparable to atorvastatin, beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes.
  • Anti-inflammatory properties reduce inflammation linked to heart disease.
  • Reduces blood pressure, acting as a vasodilator.
  • Anti-platelet effects may help prevent blood clot formation.
  • Boosts immunity due to its vitamin C content.

Dermatological Perks

  • High vitamin C content offers promising anti-aging benefits.
  • Prevents collagen breakdown, aiding in maintaining firm and flexible skin.
  • Slows down aging effects, repairs damaged skin, treats acne, and reduces acne scars.
  • Amla helps in reducing skin pigmentation.

Follicular Fortification

  • Promotes hair growth by stimulating blood circulation in the scalp.
  • Treats hair loss effectively and improves hair quality.
  • Protects hair from photo and heat damage with its tannin and calcium content.
  • Antifungal properties help in treating dandruff and promoting a healthy scalp.
  • Rich in Vitamin C, strengthens hair follicles, reducing hair fall.
  • Nourishes hair follicles, leading to strong, less hair loss, and quick hair growth.
  • Applied topically, amla increases blood circulation in the scalp, promoting hair growth.
  • Rich in Vitamin E, acts as a great hair conditioner, leaving it soft and shiny while fixing frizz.
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