What is the benefit of Momordica charantia?
Momordica charantia has a long history of use in traditional medicine. In various cultures including India, Turkey, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, it has been employed to treat a variety of conditions including scabies, rheumatism, liver diseases, peptic ulcers, and mood disorders. The fruit juice of M. L. In addition, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities contribute greatly to its anti-hyperglycemic properties [18,56].Momordica charantia: (bitter gourd) Momordica charantia is commonly used as an antidiabetic and antihyperglycemic agent in India as well as other Asian countries. Extracts of fruit pulp, seed, leaves and whole plant was shown to have hypoglycemic effect in various animal models.
What is Momordica Charantia used for?
Momordica charantia (Bitter melon), a climbing vine whose leaves and green fruits, although bitter, has been used to fight cancer, diabetes and many infectious diseases. It is also a powerful weapon against HIV/AIDS. According to Ayurveda, roots are useful in treatment of eye related diseases. Bitter melon extracts are usually well tolerated, but side effects can include abdominal discomfort, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, headache and hypoglycemia. Rare but potentially severe adverse effects include severe hypoglycemia, coma and seizures.People with liver and kidney disease: The fiber in bitter melon makes it difficult to digest and can also cause bloating, so people with liver and kidney diseases should avoid eating this fruit. People with G6PD deficiency (an enzyme that plays a role in red blood cell metabolism) should also avoid using bitter melon.Thanks to its potent medicinal properties, bitter melon has long been used by indigenous populations around the world to help treat diabetes-related conditions. In recent years, some studies suggest it can help with blood sugar regulation/management.