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📰Read the full Amla (Indian Gooseberry) evidence review on GMJ News →Complete clinical article, references and updates on news.gmj.ge. This page is the structured safety summary.⚠ ~600–900 mg vitamin C per fruit — tannin-stabilized (more stable than synthetic) [1]
⚠ Component of Triphala (major Ayurvedic formula) [1]
⚠ Clinical evidence is small Indian trials — needs larger replication [2]
ℹ️ Not obtained from food. Not applicable — this is not obtained from food in meaningful amounts; supplementation is the practical route.
🔬 Lab interpreter
ℹ️ No validated blood test. There is no established laboratory test to assess status or guide dosing for this ingredient. Clinical response and symptoms are the practical guide.
⚕ For professionals — confirm ranges against your local laboratory.
Clinical verdict
Amla is one of the richest natural vitamin C sources (~600–900 mg/fruit) with tannin-stabilized bioavailability. Ayurvedic Rasayana and Triphala component. Small Indian trials show modest lipid/glucose/endothelial benefits. Evidence is growing but mostly from small single-center studies. Natural, stable vitamin C alternative [1] [2].
1 How much do I need?
👤 Adults: Specific dosage data under clinical review
👴 Elderly: Specific dosage data under clinical review
🤰 Pregnancy: See guidance
Traditional Ayurvedic food. Generally safe [1].
👦 Pediatric: See guidance
Traditional food. Safe [1].
🏃 Athletes: Standard dose
⚖️ Obesity: Standard dose
Fat-soluble compounds may require dose adjustment in obesity.
🩺 Renal: Consult specialist
Dose adjustment may be needed in renal impairment.
🌱 Vegan: Standard dose
How to take
🍽 Timing: With meals [1].
💊 With food: With food [1].
🚫 Avoid: Anticoagulants without monitoring [1].
2 Which form?
| Form | Bioavailability | Vegan | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| ['Amla extract (standardized)', 'preferred', 'Standardized to tannins/vitamin C [2].'] | Standard | Check label | |
| ['Amla powder (dried fruit)', 'common', 'Traditional Ayurvedic. 3–6 g/day [1].'] | Standard | Check label | |
| ['Amla juice', '', 'Traditional. Sour/astringent taste [1].'] | Standard | Check label |
3 Common questions
Is amla better than vitamin C supplements? ▼
Amla provides vitamin C naturally stabilized by tannins (emblicanin A/B), which may be more stable and bioavailable than synthetic ascorbic acid. Plus polyphenols and gallic acid for additional antioxidant activity [1].
What is Triphala? ▼
An Ayurvedic formula of three fruits: amla (Amalaki), bibhitaki, and haritaki. One of the most studied Ayurvedic preparations, used for digestive health [1].
4 Clinical evidence
Strong
Vitamin C content (~600–900 mg/fruit): confirmed by analysis [1]. Tannin-stabilized vitamin C (more heat/light stable than synthetic) [1]. Component of Triphala (one of the most studied Ayurvedic formulas) [1]. HIGH
Moderate
Lipids: small Indian RCTs show modest cholesterol and TG reduction [2]. Endothelial function: improved flow-mediated dilation in one trial [2]. Blood glucose: some small positive trials in diabetics [2]. Antioxidant: reduced oxidative stress markers [2]. MODERATE
Insufficient
5 Safety, toxicity & adverse events
Relative
⚠ Anticoagulants/antiplatelets — bleeding risk (high vitamin C and antiplatelet activity)
⚠ Diabetes — additive glucose lowering
⚠ Discontinue before surgery
🚩 Red flags
● Anticoagulant patient — vitamin C + tannin antiplatelet concern [1]
6 Interactions
Drug interactions
Anticoagulants Minor
Mechanism: Vitamin C and tannins may have mild antiplatelet effects. [1]
Effect: Theoretical. [1]
Action: Monitor if concerned [1].
Supplement synergies
Turmeric / Curcumin · 500 mg curcuminoids
Classic Ayurvedic anti-inflammatory combination [1].
Classic Ayurvedic anti-inflammatory combination [1].
7 Regulatory
India (AYUSH): Official Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia ingredient. Rasayana [1].
United States: Dietary supplement [1].
8 US supplement products
5
on-market products containing Amla (Indian Gooseberry) (NIH DSLD)
Brands carrying Amla (Indian Gooseberry) (2)
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9 Frequently paired with
10 References (2)
[1]Baliga MS, Dsouza JJ. Amla (Emblica officinalis Gaertn), a wonder berry in the treatment and prevention of cancer. Eur J Cancer Prev. 2011;20(3):225-239. doi:10.1097/CEJ.0b013e32834473f4 REVIEW Accessed: 2026-05-29
[2]Khanna S, et al. Supplementation of a standardized extract from Phyllanthus emblica improves cardiovascular risk factors and platelet aggregation in overweight/class-1 obese adults. J Med Food. 2015;18(4):415-420. doi:10.1089/jmf.2014.0178 REVIEW Accessed: 2026-05-29
11 Cite this page
Vancouver: Pkhakadze G. Amla (Indian Gooseberry) — safety profile [Internet]. Tbilisi: PHIG; 2026 [cited 2026 Jun 25]. Available from: https://supplement.ge/ingredients/amla/
APA 7th: Pkhakadze, G. (2026). Amla (Indian Gooseberry) — Safety profile. Public Health Institute of Georgia. https://supplement.ge/ingredients/amla/
📋 Editorial information
Author: Prof. G. Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD
Institution: Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG)
Affiliation: David Tvildiani Medical University (DTMU)
First published: January 2026
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29
Next review: December 2026
References: 2 cited sources
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