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               Indian



               gooseberries





                also called “amla”, are another good source of dietary fiber,
                vitamin C, and minerals with great antioxidant properties

                which help  slow the  aging  process.  They’re particularly
                good for the skin, hair and eyes and help balance stomach
                acids.


                The amla berries increase red blood cell production, push
                out toxins, strengthen heart muscles and are beneficial to
                diabetics as they reduce blood sugar. Indian gooseberries
                also  contain  an  extraordinary enzyme  that  reduces
                inflammation  and  protects  against  oxidative  stress

                (Journal of Leukocyte Biology 2004).


                Eat ½  cup to 1 cup of berries one or two times daily with a
                breakfast  smoothie  and  for an  afternoon  snack  with
                cultured dairy.
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