Satyori — Amalaki (Amalaki) Herb Quick Card
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Amalaki
Amalaki · Emblica officinalis
Traditional Uses
In the Charaka Samhita, amalaki is extensively described as the foremost among rasayana drugs. Charaka prescribes amalaki rasayana as a protocol for rejuvenation, describing how regular consumption promotes longevity, enhances memory and intellect, protects against disease, and maintains youthful vigor. The fruit is classified as a premier raktapitta shamana (herb that pacifies bleeding disorders associated with Pitta) and is recommended for amlapitta (hyperacidity), prameha (diabetes), and netra roga (eye diseases).
Preparations
Amalaki Churna (powder): 3-6 grams daily with honey, ghee, or warm water. Amalaki Swarasa (fresh juice): 10-20 ml daily. Chyawanprash: 1-2 teaspoons daily (the most popular amalaki preparation globally).
Dosage
Powder: 3-6 grams per day, divided into 1-2 doses. Fresh juice: 10-20 ml, once or twice daily.
Dosha Guidance
For Pitta types, amalaki is one of the single best herbs available. Despite being sour, its cooling virya and sweet vipaka make it profoundly Pitta-pacifying. Pitta individuals can use it freely for hyperacidity, inflammation, liver support, skin health, and as a daily rasayana.
Synergistic Combinations
The most famous combination is <a href='/herbs/triphala/'>Triphala</a> (with <a href='/herbs/haritaki/'>Haritaki</a> and <a href='/herbs/bibhitaki/'>Bibhitaki</a>) for digestive health and gentle detoxification. In <a href='/herbs/chyawanprash/'>Chyawanprash</a>, combined with over 40 herbs including <a href='/herbs/long-pepper/'>Pippali</a>, <a href='/herbs/ashwagandha/'>Ashwagandha</a>, and various other rasayanas.
Contraindications
Amalaki is considered one of the safest herbs in Ayurveda and has very few contraindications. However, its high vitamin C content and sour taste may aggravate diarrhea in some individuals if taken in excessive amounts. Those with severe Vata imbalance and very cold digestion may find it too cooling without warming accompaniments.
Tissues & Channels
Dhatus: All seven dhatus
Srotas: Raktavaha (circulatory), Annavaha (digestive), Purishavaha (excretory)
Where to Buy
For powder, look for organically grown amalaki that has been shade-dried at low temperatures to preserve vitamin C content. The powder should be light greenish-gray with a distinctly sour, slightly astringent taste.
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Herbal Profile
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