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@article{186179,
        author = {Dr Md Nematullah and Dr Soniya Manik Dahat and Dr Rahul Kumar and Dr Rohini Mukundrao Chawre},
        title = {Role of Amalaki in Oxidative Stress Reduction: An Ayurvedic and Modern Perspective},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {732-738},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186179},
        abstract = {Background: Oxidative stress is a critical factor implicated in the pathogenesis of numerous degenerative disorders such as diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer. It arises due to an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidant defense mechanisms. Ayurveda, with its holistic approach, describes Amalaki (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.) as a potent Rasayana drug with multidimensional antioxidant and rejuvenative properties. Objective: To review the role of Amalaki in oxidative stress reduction through both Ayurvedic and modern scientific perspectives. Methods: Data were collected from classical Ayurvedic texts, modern pharmacological studies, and peer-reviewed journals indexed in PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar, focusing on the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective effects of Amalaki. Results: Amalaki exhibits significant antioxidant activity due to its rich content of vitamin C, polyphenols, flavonoids, and tannins such as emblicanin A & B. Ayurvedic references describe it as Tridoshahara, Rasayana, and Chakshushya, promoting tissue rejuvenation and cellular longevity. Modern studies confirm its ability to scavenge free radicals, enhance superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, and glutathione peroxidase activity, and reduce lipid peroxidation. Conclusion: Integrating Amalaki as a nutraceutical and therapeutic Rasayana offers a bridge between traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and modern biomedical science, making it a potent natural agent in managing oxidative stress-related disorders.},
        keywords = {Amalaki, Emblica officinalis, Rasayana, Oxidative stress, Antioxidant, Ayurveda.},
        month = {November},
        }