Winter is just around the corner, and nothing feels better right now than hiding under a cozy blanket and enjoying warm, delicious food. However, this season also comes with its drawbacks, with slow digestion being one of the major concerns. This is why you often feel bloated and have a sour taste after eating. But there’s no need to worry. This situation can be easily avoided. How do you ask? All you need to know is to wisely incorporate seasonal ingredients into your diet. One such super healthy ingredient is amla (Indian gooseberry).
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Amla has long been used as a natural home remedy to fight a variety of common ailments, from promoting skin and health to digestive issues. It is prized for its nutritional and medicinal properties and is used in the Indian diet in the form of pickles and muraba. Here is another desi way to consume amla to help your digestive health. A simple two-ingredient digestive aid made with amla and black salt.
Is amla good for digestion? Can Amla fight acidification and gas formation in the intestines?
Amla is a rich source of nutrients including vitamins A, B, C, E, fiber, calcium, iron, etc. According to the magazine ‘Antiaxisants’, the antioxidants found in amla, such as gallic acid, ascorbic acid, and phenolic compounds, help the body’s immune system and digestive processes. In addition, it stimulates the gastric juices, which facilitates the digestion, absorption and absorption of food, and prevents acidity.
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What happens if you eat amla every day? Is it okay to eat amla every day for digestion?
As mentioned earlier, amla contains a variety of essential nutrients that help regulate bowel movements and soothe digestion. Therefore, it is a perfect ingredient to include in your daily diet. However, excess is not good for health. Therefore, it is recommended that you consume everything in moderation to get the most benefit. However, the best thing to do is to consult a professional and understand the right dosage for you.
Amla for digestion: How to make two-ingredient amla as a digestive at home?
The recipe is very simple. All you need is a bowl of fresh amla and a little black salt.
– Wash the amla properly and pat dry.
– Slice the fruit and remove the seeds.
– Spread the sliced amla on a plate and let it dry in the sun.
– When half is done, add black salt and mix well.
– Dry the amla slices completely.
Once the amla slices are dry, store them in an airtight jar and consume them after meals. I hope everyone stays healthy!
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