Unclear
Amla (Indian gooseberry)
fruit, juice and Ayurvedic powders. Vegetables & fruit.
- Verdict
- UnclearThere isn't enough human evidence to say either way.
- How sure
- Rung 1 · UnprovenLab or animal data only, or never directly tested in people.
The rung shows how sure the science is, not how big the effect is. How to read these ratings
Cancers affected
None shown in people
What the evidence shows
Lab and rodent studies show anticancer effects at several organ sites. A 2022 review describes human studies of general health benefits, but none showing amla prevents or treats cancer in people.
What to do
Fine as a fruit. Ask your care team before taking concentrated powders or extracts during treatment.
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