Our Organic Amla Tablets contain low-temperature processed Amla fruit (Amalaki), compressed into easy-to-digest pills. The temperature is kept below 104°F at all times. This ensures that delicate nutrients are preserved during the entire process. The amla tree holds a high significance in Hinduism and is considered to be sacred to the goddess Lakshimi, so many use organic amla powder spice for cooking, as well as in traditional Ayurdevic medicine in order to balance Pitta. The berries ripen on this small to medium deciduous tree in autumn and must be harvested by hand from the top branches. It is naturally high in Vitamin C and antioxidants and has traditionally been used to support everything from the immune system to cardiovascular health as well as skin and hair.* It is one of the most antioxidant rich foods in the world. With a strong commitment to sustainability, we ethically grow and harvest our amla by partnering with small family farmers, aiming to preserve the communities and long-term well-being of the ecosystems and land of India. Our Amla is: Sustainably Sourced Fairly Traded Certified Organic Made from our Organic Amla Powder, compressed into pills. Amla (Amalaki) in Ayurvedic Practice Amalaki, commonly known as Amla or the Indian Gooseberry, is a fruit native to India. It has long been valued for its nutritional and health benefits, especially in the practice of Ayurveda. It is referred to as "The Caretaker" for its powerful ability to support the body's healthy immune response and gently remove toxins while also supporting healthy digestion without aggravating pitta. It is also thought to be adaptogenic, meaning it may help our body adapt to physical, emotional, and environmental stress.* Amalaki has a number of important properties and qualities. In Sanskrit, these are known as Gunas: Guru: In this case, the word Guru means heavy or weighty, but not in the sense of adding weight or bulk to the body. Rather, it indicates the weight of the strength of importance that Amalaki has on promoting good health. Sheeta: This translates to mean cooling, indicating the cooling nature of Amalaki. This can be very helpful for intense summertime heat as well as internal heat imbalances. Rasa: This word refers to taste. Amalaki has five of the six tastes. It is predominantly sour but also tastes sweet, bitter, astringent and pungent. It does not have a salty taste. Vipaka: This refers to the end result or the effect on the body after digestion. In the case of Amalaki, it becomes Madhura which means sweet. Veerya: This translates to mean virility or potency, indicating that Amalaki is a potent Ayurvedic remedy. It is both powerful and effective. Tridosha Balance: According to Ayurveda, the word dosha refers to one of three energy principles that are present in each of us. They are Vata, which governs movement, Pitta which governs heat and temperature, and Kapha which governs structure. Together, the three are known as Tridosha. Good health is a natural result of a balance between these three doshas. The effect of Amalaki on the Tridosha is to balance all three. For example, its sour taste calms and balances Vata, its cooling, sweetish taste soothes aggravated Pitta, and its dryness and astringent taste relieves the heavy quality of Kapha. Why Tablets Instead of Capsules? One advantage of opting for herbal tablets instead of capsules is that tablets let you experience the taste of the herbs. According to Ayurveda, digestion starts in the mouth with the sense of taste, and since the digestive fire, or agni, is essential for health, the quality of our digestion directly impacts our overall well-being. Tasting your herbs, even briefly, enhances the interaction between your herbs and your body, fostering a deeper connection between the two. These Organic Amla Tablets are our way of making this valuable Ayurvedic supplement accessible, convenient, and easy to take. *Please consult your healthcare practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, or if you experience an allergic reaction. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
