Eating foods according to the season is the best diet to follow. It preps you up for the changes that the season brings along. For winter, munch on amla.
BENEFITS-It is antioxidant rich, much more than its foreign counterparts like goji berry, acai berry or blueberries and therefore has anti-ageing properties.
-It has anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Hence, it is effective against infections and allergies.
- Its skin is rich in fibre called pectin. So, it acts as a colon cleanser.
-It helps to detoxify the liver.
-It protects the heart.
-An immunity booster, especially effective against asthma and bronchitis.
USAGE-Amla juice: Have a shot of 30 ml of fresh amla juice every day.
-Amla pickle or murabba: Eat amla pickle with meals or murabba first thing in the morning.
- Amla chutney: A delicious and healthy accompaniment with food.
-Chyawanprash: Amla is an important constituent of chyawanprash. One tsp of chyawanprash with
milk at bedtime will help boost your immunity in winter.
-Amla jam: An Ayurveda preparation called Amalaki rasayana consisting of amla pulp and juice can be had during summer and winter.
— Munmun Ganeriwal, Nutritionist
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