Amla
Origin - India 🇮🇳
Class - CAT 1
Introduction
This ancient super-berry, also known as an Indian gooseberry, is thought to have powerful medicinal properties. In fact, in India it’s been named “sarva dosha hara”, meaning remover of all diseases. Despite its varied and potent healing powers, the deliciously sour Amla berry is still largely unknown outside of India. It’s thought to improve liver, kidney, digestive, and heart health, and even increase hair growth.
History
According to Hindu mythology, the Amla berry is said to have come from the first tree to appear on Earth, which manifested from the tears of Brahma - one of the major Hindu gods - while he was meditating.
Regions
The Amla tree is native to India, but can now be found growing in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, China, Malaysia, and more.
Flavours & Texture
The Amla berry has a very distinctive and unique flavour, unlike any other fruit. It’s a mixture of a sour, bitter, tangy taste with sweet and aromatic notes. The skin is slightly tough whilst the flesh is crisp and incredibly juicy.
Preparation
You can eat the whole fruit raw, including the skin. We recommend adding it to juices.
Nutritional Value
The Amla berry is an incredible antioxidant and is thought to boost immunity.
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Calories per 100 g |
48 |
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Fat |
0.5 |
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Carbohydrates |
10 |
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Fibre |
5 |
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Protein |
1 |
SHIPPING
Choose your desired delivery date at the checkout, available delivery dates will be displayed at checkout stage. All orders are dispatched via DHL on a 24hr Next Working Day service. If no date is selected your order will be dispatched at the next available date.
We offer Free Next Working Day Delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.
Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95
Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address provided on the date selected at checkout. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.
All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets to protect the fruit during transit, unfortunately we do not offer a gift wrapping or send the fruit in a gift basket as this may cause toe bruise during transit..
RETURNS
Let's start by stating the obvious. Since our produce is perishable we cannot accept returns.
That said, we want every customer to be happy so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:- We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.
