WHAT IS BENEFITS OF NELLIKAI ?
The Indian gooseberry, called Nellie (in Tamil), Nellie (in Malayalam), AMLA (in Hindi) and by many other names in the different languages across India have a lot of importance especially because of the medicinal properties attributed to it. It is known to be a very rich source of vitamin C in its natural and dehydrated form. It is not surprising that the Indian gooseberry also features in folk tales and legends. According to one story, this fruit is supposed to have been formed from the drops of Amrita that accidentally spilled and fell to earth when the Gods and Demons were fighting over the Amrita after churning it. As a result, there is a religious belief in some parts of the country that the Indian gooseberry can cure most illnesses and also increase the longevity of life. Health Benefits: The antioxidants and vitamins found in AMLA berries offer several health benefits. High concentrations of vitamin C in AMLA helps the body recover from illness. AM