Amla, indian gooseberry, has been shown to help control blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides and help lower the risk for developing metabolic syndrome, according to research in animal models. Eating or juicing amla -- along with eating a balanced diet and doing regular exercise -- may help lower your risk of these health conditions. Between 60 and 70 percent of amla can be extracted as juice, depending on how efficient you are at removing the pulp. For a quart of juice without pulp, you will need around three pounds of amla, or between 40 and 50 fruits.
Wash amla throughly under running water to remove any debris or contaminants. The fruit is normally a vibrant green color; discard any discolored or mushy fruit.
Cut amla fruit into pieces to remove the large seeds.
Place pieces of amla fruit into a blender and pulse on a medium setting until blended into a smooth texture.
Strain amla juice through a fine strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove remaining pulp. Press the pulp with a large wooden spoon to remove as much of the liquid as possible. You may also serve amla juice with the pulp for added fiber.
Serve amla juice cold with sugar, honey or salt to taste.
Things You Will Need
- Wooden spoon
- Store amla juice in the refrigerator and use within two weeks. The juice may also be frozen for longer-term storage.
- Ask your doctor for additional information on how to reduce high cholesterol, triglycerides, or blood sugar and control your risk for Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic syndrome.
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