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