The Basics On Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract

What is Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract?

Also known as amla, the fruit extract from gooseberry is among the richest plant sources of antioxidants.

What are other names for Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract?

EMBLICA OFFICINALIS (INDIAN GOOSEBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT, EMBLICA OFFICINALIS (INDIAN GOOSEBERRY) FRUIT SEED OIL, and EMBLICA OFFICINALIS FRUIT EXTRACT

What is Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract used for?

The amla fruit is known to impart strong antioxidant activity and to protect human dermal fibroblasts against oxidative stress.. In fact, the amla fruit is known to impart strong antioxidant activity and to protect human dermal fibroblasts against oxidative stress.

How Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract is classified

Plant Extracts, Antioxidants

Recommendations for using Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract During Pregnancy

What we know about using Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

Not listed

General safety info about Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract from CIR

Phyllanthus emblica Linn. Or Emblica officinalis Gaertn. commonly known as Indian gooseberry or Amla is one of the most important medicinal plants in Indian traditional systems of medicine (Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha). It is a well-known fact that all parts of amla are useful in the treatment of various diseases. Among all, the most important part is fruit. Amla fruit is widely used in the Indian system of medicine as diuretic, laxative, liver tonic, refrigerant, stomachic, restorative, anti-pyretic, hair tonic, ulcer preventive and for common cold, fever; as alone or in combination with other plants. Phytochemical studies on amla disclosed major chemical constituents including tannins, alkaloids, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals. Gallic acid, ellagic acid, emblicanin A & B, phyllembein, quercetin and ascorbic acid are found to be biologically effective. Research reports on amla reveals its analgesic, anti-tussive, antiatherogenic, adaptogenic; cardio, gastro, nephro and neuroprotective, chemopreventive, radio and chemo modulatory and anticancer properties. Amla is also reported to possess potent free radical scavenging, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-mutagenic, immunomodulatory activities, which are efficacious in the prevention and treatment of various diseases like cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes, liver and heart diseases. In this article, we discuss the nutritional value, biochemical constituents, traditional uses, medicinal value of amla and its use as a household remedy. We also emphasized the mechanisms behind the pharmacological activities based on the recent research reports and tried to summarize the results of research done from the past 5 years with proper specifications on the future prospects in a pharmacological perspective

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Products where you might find Emblica Officinalis (Gooseberry) Fruit Extract

SEPHORA COLLECTION Hand Cleansing Gel – Dragon Fruit;SEPHORA COLLECTION Hair Sleeping Mask – Dragon Fruit;CLARINS Relax Body Treatment Oil – 100% Pure Plant Extracts

 

 

 

List of References

General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/

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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.

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