Guess Me !?!

Green with a knobby skin
white or red seeds inside the flesh
bitter am I to taste, though a melon/gourd
disliked by many, but sweet for your health

Who am I ??????

Health Benefits

low in calories but rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins
iron, zinc, potassium, manganese and magnesium
Flavonoids alpha & beta carotene, Lutein and zea xanthin 
act as protective scavengers against free radicals 

including me in your diet helps those with diabetes
since I metabolize sugars from carbs faster 
with phytonutrient Polypeptide-p & Charantin
for improved Glycemic control 

rich source of Folates that help pregnant mothers
to reduce incidence of neural tube defects in newborn babies
can stimulate smooth digestion to relieve constipation
prevent aging, cancers, increase in blood sugar

Phytochemicals present might be effective 
in treatment of HIV infection (Recent Research) 

B_I_T_T_E_R_M_E_L_O_N

 Botanical Name : "Momordica Charantia"

 

Bitter Melon Juice 

Split one Bitter Melon into half, de-seed and slice (Use 1/2 only)
 
Add a sliced apple(red/green) + 2 dates+1/2 tsp. ginger powder

Blend with 1 cup coconut water+1/2 cup lemon juice

(Most Edible and Delicious)


  • Bitter Melons Raw
  • Bitter Melons halved
  • Bitter Melons deseeded