Reviews and Information for Amla
Amla Supplements
Our independent tests of amla powders, capsules and tablets showed that only 2 of 7 popular products met our quality standards for amla based on their chemical constituents and having little to no contamination with lead and other heavy metals. Explore our findings, discover our Top Pick among amla supplements, and see our in-depth reviews and comparisons of amla products from FGO Organic, Organic Spice Resource, Terrasoul Superfoods, Amla Green, Banyan, Organic India, and Swanson.
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Clinical Update
6/12/2025
Does Amla Increase Urination?
A CL member reported that taking amla increased urination. Is this a known effect of amla? Find out in our article about the health benefits and safety of amla.
Read more about Does Amla Increase Urination?Clinical Update
7/28/2023
Amla for Hair?
Find out if taking amla syrup boosted hair growth in women losing hair in the Health Benefits section of our article about amla.
Also see our article about supplements for hair.
Clinical Update
3/07/2023
Amla Extract for Blood Sugar?
Did taking amla extract reduce fasting blood sugar or HbA1c in people with type 2 diabetes? Find out in our article about the health benefits of amla extract.
Also see: Which supplements and foods can help lower or control blood sugar?
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Which supplements and foods can help lower or control blood sugar?
Find out which supplements can help lower or control blood sugar. Supplements including turmeric/curcumin, fiber, cinnamon, and ginseng are believed to help lower blood sugar.
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Which supplements or foods can help lower cholesterol and keep my heart healthy? Are there any to avoid?
Information about heart health supplements & vitamins that help with cholesterol, including sterol esters, CoQ10, and vitamin D, and which may be bad for the heart, like calcium.
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Do hair loss supplements, such as Viviscal, Hair La Vie, and Nutrafol, or topical essential oils work?
Vitamins and supplements that may help with hair loss and thinning, including saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, protein, iron, and vitamin D.
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Multivitamin and Multimineral Supplements Review
32% Failed our Tests. Choose Your Multivitamin Carefully.
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Fruits, Veggies, and Other Greens Supplements Review (Including Spirulina and Chlorella)
Avoid Lead in Greens, Problems with Pills, and Don't Give Up Eating Whole Foods.
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Which supplements and foods help relieve constipation and which can cause constipation?
Find out which supplements can cause constipation, including iron, calcium, protein powders and drinks and others. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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Which supplements help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer?
Find out which supplements may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, including folate, fiber, selenium, and vitamin D.
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Sugar Substitutes: Pros, Cons, and Best Choices
Learn about the pros and cons of using sugar substitutes and artificial sweeteners in place of table sugar. Sweeteners discussed include stevia, monk fruit, and other high-intensity sweeteners; xylitol, erythritol, allulose and other low-calorie sweeteners; and agave syrup, black sugar, coconut sugar, honey, molasses and other sugar alternatives.
Recalls & Warnings
June 20, 2020
FTC Warns 30 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims
On June 18, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 30 companies for selling products such as immune system boosters, colloidal silver, vitamin C, and CBD with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
October 12, 2013
Metagenics Enzyme Supplement Recalled Due To Drug Risk
On October 11, 2013, Metagenics Canada issued a voluntary recall of digestive enzyme supplement Spectrazyme, due to potential contamination with the prescription antibiotic chloramphenicol.
Recalls & Warnings
May 10, 2013
Maker of Concentration, Pain, Immune, Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
On April 24, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to EuroPharma Co., Inc., following a review of the company's website which found statements made about Calm Kids, CholestCaps, CuraMed 375 mg, CuraMed 750 mg, Curamin, Mental Advantage, Tri-Iodine, and Viragen to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
May 30, 2015
Seller of Supplements for Herpes, Prostate Cancer & More Warned for Drug Claims
On May 7, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Strictly Health Corporation, following a review of the company's websites which found statements made about FENVIR, Prosta Pep and Tonalin brand CLA to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
February 09, 2019
Herbal Skin Remedy Recalled, Can Cause Serious Injury
On February 8, 2019, McDaniel Life-Line LLC issued a recall of all lots of Indian Herb a product marketed to be taken orally or applied topically, as a remedy for abnormal skin growths.
