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**Scientific name: Momordica charantia**
Benefit of Bitter Gourd:
*Bitter Gourd or Ampalaya is rich source of
antioxidants, flavonoids,
and other polyphenol compounds, and may help to
reduce your risks for a number of health issues.
*High on nutrition
It contains twice the calcium of spinach and
beta-carotene of broccoli. Various anti-oxidants
and anti-inflammatory compounds are present in
bitter gourd. It also helps in lowering the
bad cholesterol levels,
thus reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
*Bitter melon fruits and leaves
have long been used in the Amazon for
their medicinal properties. In Peru, the leaves
are used as an anti-viral aid to help reduce
symptoms of measles and malaria. In Nicaragua,
Bitter melon leaves are also used to help
reduce symptoms of diabetes,
hypertension, and to aid in childbirth.
*Bitter gourd is packed with polyphenols.
These compounds are known for their ability to
lower inflammation in the body.
*The anti-bilious and sedative properties of bitter
gourd juice help in promoting good internal health
and thereby reduce stress. Reduces blood pressure:
Consumption of bitter gourd juice helps in naturally reducing blood pressure.
*Bitter gourd has a certain insulin-like protein
called polypeptide P that mimics the action of
insulin and lowers blood sugar levels
in diabetic patients.
Fight acne: also can help you get rid of acne,
blemishes and skin infections and gives you a
healthy and glowing skin.
*Diabetes management
Bitter gourd contains bioactive compounds called saponins
and terpenoids. These compounds are responsible for the
vegetable’s bitter taste, but may also play a role in
lowering blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
The saponins and terpenoids in bitter gourd may help move
glucose from the blood to the cells while also helping
your liver and muscles better process and store
glucose.
*Could Decrease Cholesterol Levels.
*Cancer-Fighting Properties
*one test-tube study showed that bitter melon extract was
effective at killing cancer cells of the
stomach, colon, lung, and nasopharynx – the area located
behind the nose at the back of your throat
*Can Help Reduce Blood Sugar
* taking of 2,000 mg of bitter melon daily decreased blood
sugar and hemoglobin A1c,
*The younger the fruit, the more vitamin C.
*Vitamins and minerals:
*Vitamin A
*Vitamin C
*Calcium
*Iron
*Thiamine (B1)
*Riboflavin (B2)
*Niacin (B3)
*Folic Acid (B9)
*Potassium
*Zinc
*Phosphorus
*Magnesium
* not recommended for women who are pregnant,
better to consult a Doctor.
