| Bitter melon is a valuable herb gifted to us by Mother | | | | glass of water |
| Nature. It is also commonly known as bitter gourd, bitter | | | | • Boil it for approximately 15 minutes in a uncovered |
| cucumber, karolla and karela. It is rich in iron, | | | | pot |
| beta-carotene and potassium. It also contains Vitamins | | | | • Allow it to cool and then strain |
| B1, B2, B3 and C, phosphorous and fiber. | | | | • Drink 1/3 cup of it thrice a day |
| Benefits of Bitter Melon | | | | Above recipe is found to be very effective in the |
| • Bitter melon is worldwide known for its | | | | treatment of diabetes type 2. If taken regularly will |
| effectiveness in treating diabetes. Bitter melon | | | | make your sugar level under control. It is the most |
| chemically contains a compound that is very much | | | | effective natural way to cure diabetes. |
| similar to insulin and sometimes also referred as | | | | Bitter Melon with Egg |
| p-insulin. Researches have shown that when it is taken | | | | • Cut a bitter melon in lengthwise, scoop and scrap |
| continuously for some period has the ability to | | | | the inner white pulp leaving only the outer green parts. |
| substitute the insulin in the body. It also contains | | | | • Now finely cut the bitter melon. Pour a lot of salt |
| steroidal saponins called charantin, peptides similar to | | | | to them and leave them for a while to get rid of its |
| that of peptides and certain alkaloids that effectively | | | | bitterness. |
| control sugar level in blood. | | | | • Rinse thoroughly to remove the salt. Fry it with |
| • Bitter melon is also good digestive agent and | | | | garlic, anchovies and knock two eggs to make a dish. |
| helps in stimulating the secretion of gastric juices. It is | | | | Above dish is very beneficial, especially for those with |
| very helpful in stimulating liver for secretion of bile | | | | diabetes. Bitter melon is an herb with lot more health |
| juices that are very essential for metabolism of fats. It | | | | benefits other than treating just diabetes. |
| helps in improving the peristaltic movements hence it is | | | | Bitter melon is used in solving menstruation problems in |
| very helpful in avoiding gastric disturbances. | | | | girls. It is also used in the treatment of sores, eczema, |
| • Taking bitter melon juice also helps in the | | | | leprosy and large wounds. It is also used to cure |
| treatment of constipation. Constipation is mainly caused | | | | hypertension, malaria, fevers and headaches. It also |
| due to faulty eating habits and unhealthy dietary | | | | has good results in expelling worms and parasites in |
| practices. Bitter melon not only relives from the | | | | adults and children if taken internally. It is also effective |
| indigestive condition but also helps in combating the | | | | against numerous viruses, herpes and HIV viruses. |
| constipation. It improves peristaltic movements of | | | | Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health |
| gastro intestinal tract and also improves the absorption | | | | advice and is for general information only. Always |
| in the intestines. | | | | seek the insights of a qualified health professional |
| Bitter Melon Recipes for Treating Diabetes | | | | before embarking on any health program. |
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