| Bitter melon is a valuable herb gifted to us | | | | • Allow it to cool and then strain |
| by Mother Nature. It is also commonly known | | | | |
| as bitter gourd, bitter cucumber, karolla and | | | | • Drink 1/3 cup of it thrice a day |
| karela. It is rich in iron, beta-carotene and | | | | |
| potassium. It also contains Vitamins B1, B2, | | | | Above recipe is found to be very effective in |
| B3 and C, phosphorous and fiber. | | | | the treatment of diabetes type 2. If taken |
| | | | regularly will make your sugar level under |
| Benefits of Bitter Melon | | | | control. It is the most effective natural way |
| | | | to cure diabetes. |
| • Bitter melon is worldwide known for | | | | |
| its effectiveness in treating diabetes. | | | | Bitter Melon with Egg |
| Bitter melon chemically contains a compound | | | | |
| that is very much similar to insulin and | | | | • Cut a bitter melon in lengthwise, |
| sometimes also referred as p-insulin. | | | | scoop and scrap the inner white pulp leaving |
| Researches have shown that when it is taken | | | | only the outer green parts. |
| continuously for some period has the ability | | | | |
| to substitute the insulin in the body. It | | | | • Now finely cut the bitter melon. Pour |
| also contains steroidal saponins called | | | | a lot of salt to them and leave them for a |
| charantin, peptides similar to that of | | | | while to get rid of its bitterness. |
| peptides and certain alkaloids that | | | | |
| effectively control sugar level in blood. | | | | • Rinse thoroughly to remove the salt. |
| | | | Fry it with garlic, anchovies and knock two |
| • Bitter melon is also good digestive | | | | eggs to make a dish. |
| agent and helps in stimulating the secretion | | | | |
| of gastric juices. It is very helpful in | | | | Above dish is very beneficial, especially for |
| stimulating liver for secretion of bile | | | | those with diabetes. Bitter melon is an herb |
| juices that are very essential for metabolism | | | | with lot more health benefits other than |
| of fats. It helps in improving the | | | | treating just diabetes. |
| peristaltic movements hence it is very | | | | |
| helpful in avoiding gastric disturbances. | | | | Bitter melon is used in solving menstruation |
| | | | problems in girls. It is also used in the |
| • Taking bitter melon juice also helps | | | | treatment of sores, eczema, leprosy and large |
| in the treatment of constipation. | | | | wounds. It is also used to cure hypertension, |
| Constipation is mainly caused due to faulty | | | | malaria, fevers and headaches. It also has |
| eating habits and unhealthy dietary | | | | good results in expelling worms and parasites |
| practices. Bitter melon not only relives from | | | | in adults and children if taken internally. |
| the indigestive condition but also helps in | | | | It is also effective against numerous |
| combating the constipation. It improves | | | | viruses, herpes and HIV viruses. |
| peristaltic movements of gastro intestinal | | | | |
| tract and also improves the absorption in the | | | | Disclaimer: This article is not meant to |
| intestines. | | | | provide health advice and is for general |
| | | | information only. Always seek the insights of |
| Bitter Melon Recipes for Treating Diabetes | | | | a qualified health professional before |
| | | | embarking on any health program. |
| Bitter Melon Juice | | | | |
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| • Add 6 tablespoon of the chopped | | | | |
| leaves in 2 glass of water | | | | Read more about the Benefits of Bitter Melon. |
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| • Boil it for approximately 15 minutes | | | | their libido. Visit Natural Cures Guide for |
| in a uncovered pot | | | | easy and effective home treatment for common |
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