how many amla can i eat in a day - #37859
I am really confused about my diet lately. A few weeks ago, my friend told me about amla, and she said it helps boost immunity and improves skin health. I felt intrigued, especially since I’ve been feeling a bit run down, with all the stress from work and family stuff. Anyway, I decided to give it a try and bought some fresh amla. They taste kinda sour, but I think I’m getting used to it. Now, I am trying to figure out how many amla can I eat in a day without overdoing it. I heard some people say only one or two is enough, but that feels kinda too little to me. I mean, since it's healthy, why not have a few more? My mom used to say ‘more of a good thing is great’ right?! But then, I saw online that eating too much can cause stomach issues, which worries me a bit. Also, there’s this thing where I sometimes feel indigestion after having it, like it’s too much for my tummy. Should I stick to a smaller amount like everyone says or is it okay to experiment with 3 or even 4 amlas? I really want to feel better and heal my body, so any insight about how many amla can I eat in a day would really help! Thanks!
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Doctors’ responses
Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is indeed well-regarded in Ayurveda for its beneficial properties on the immune system and skin health. Its sour taste is attributed to the high content of vitamin C, which helps in boosting immunity. However, it’s always good to be cautious about quantity, as your mom’s saying of “more of a good thing” can sometimes backfire, especially when it comes to dietary excess.
To balance amla safely in your diet, a common recommendation in Ayurveda is around 1-2 fresh amlas per day. This amount is typically sufficient to harness its benefits without overwhelming your digestive system. This is particularly important since you’ve experienced some indigestion after consuming amla. Digestive discomfort can be a sign that your “agni,” or digestive fire, might be struggling to process the extra sourness and potency of its properties.
Considering your present symptoms of feeling run-down and stressed, it’s also wise to integrate them mindfully into your routine, while observing how your body responds. For instance, you could try having 1 amla in the morning, perhaps blending it in warm water as a juice with a pinch of honey, which has a calming effect and aids digestion. If you feel comfortable, consider having another in the afternoon, though space it out to monitor any digestive reactions.
If indigesion persists, you may want to reduce the intake or pair it with something like ginger tea to help warm the stomach and aid digestion. And about experimenting — it’s fine to adjust a bit, maybe consume up to 3 eventually. But always introduce changes slowly and give your body time to adapt. Stress from work and family can exacerbate digestive issues, so pay attention to how these factors interplay with your diet.
As always, listen to your body and if an issue arises, seek professional advice. And remember, a varied diet and balance is key to wellbeing in Ayurveda.

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