Amtekayi Pickle / Hog Plum Pickle

The best Malenadu Amtekayi Pickle - Hog Plum also called as "Amra' or "Amatekayi" is believed to have healing properties and used in Ayurveda.
Amra is loaded with vitamin C, 100-gram portion of this fruit delivers 46 milligrams of vitamin C, almost 50-60% of our daily need; has lots of iron, some calcium, carotene (vitamin A) and vitamin B. Amra had phytosterols, (antioxidant) which when consumed can keep blood cholesterol levels in check and the heart healthy.
According to Ayurveda, when unripe, the sour fruit is astringent and aphrodisiac and the sweet, ripe fruit is cooling and soothing. Packed with vitamins, amra helps boost body immunity, fights anaemia, keeps the heart healthy and aids in digestion.
Vitamin C isn’t alone an immunity booster, it helps to improve skin vitality, to heal wounds quickly and reverse the harmful effects of free radicals.
Iron keeps anaemia away and is especially beneficial to women. It also helps in producing haemoglobin and assists in the transportation and distribution of oxygen through the body.
Amra is a good source of vitamin A that promotes healthy eyes, skin and overall health of vital organs.
Also rich in calcium, regular intake of amra will ensure you have healthy bones, your heart and muscles function well, and to prevent osteoporosis.
For good health good cell metabolism is a must and Vitamin B in amra promotes this, besides aiding digestion, cell health, brain function and boosts energy levels.