I’m surprised I never posted specifically about Amalaki. I saw it mentioned elsewhere, so here is some info. I take it daily in a blend with Hawthorne and Rosehips, which also contain natural vit C.
Amla, or amalaki fruit:
Rejuvenating tonic, cooling, anti-inflammatory, antacid, carminitive, stmachic, hemostatic, laxative.
Useful for: Femented digestion, tissue deficiency, debility, gastritis, colitis, ulcers, hemorrhoids, constipation, diarrhea, osteoporosis, biliousness, liver and spleen disorders, hair health, fever, gum disease, debility of old age, mental weakness, heart disease, anemia, bronchitis, asthma, diabetes.
Amalaki is one of the best rejuvenating tonics in Ayurveda and is especially pacifying to pitta - excess heat or inflammation. It is one of the richest sources of Vit C and remains stable even after heating. It strengthens the immune system, enhances ojas (subtle basis of vitality) and nourishes all bodily tissues. Reduces excess heat and inflammation throughout the entire GI tract, so is helpful for the conditions described above as well as intestinal bleeding. It has an affinity to the liver, spleen, pancreas, lungs, eyes, and heart, and helps the body to better utilize calcium and regulate blood sugar.
Amalaki nourishes bones and promotes the growth and strength of hair, teeth, and nails. It supposrt liver function, and useful for jaundice and hepatitis, and other excess heat conditions affecting the plasma and blood such as hives, rashes, acne, eczema, and psoriasis. It is a rich source of iron, is thus a blood building tonic. Useful for gingivitis and bleeding gums. It is the basis of the traditional Ayurvedic tonic jam Chyavanaprash, along with other supportive herbs, which promotes vitality, vigor, and strength
PS - I call my Amalaki, Hawthorne and Rosehips blend “Natural C”.