Amla - The Indian Gooseberry and the Desi Superfood Old is gold. From helping in diabetes management to boosting hair growth, this fruit is known for its incredible properties and has been used since ancient times. It is a powerhouse of nutrients and is considered to be one of the most important plants in Ayurvedic medicine. And its taste - a unique blend of sweet, sour, bitter and pungent - lends well to various preparations and making it easy to include it into ones diet, from chutneys to muraba, although the most favourite way to have it in India is raw, sprinkled with a little black salt and red chilli powder.