Bitter Melon

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MOMORDICA CHARANTIA

Bitter Melon

Glycemic Support

Digestive Support

Liver & Cleanse Support

Beauty & Radiance Support

WHAT IS IT?

Bitter Melon is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family (cucumbers, pumpkins and watermelons), and is a perennial climbing elongated fruit that resembles a gourd or cucumber. Some

WHAT IS IT USED FOR?

Bitter Melon may be eaten several times a week when in season. It's historical use spans a wide array of conditions, with different parts of the plants

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Active Consituents

alkaloids, glycoside, peptides, acids, cucurbitins, charantin, cucurbitacins, momordine, momorcharins and proteins

Parts Used

Fruit

Additional Resources

Leatherdale B, Panesar R, Singh G, et al. Improvement in glucose tolerance due to Momordica charantia (karela). Br Med J (Clin Res Ed) 1981;282(6279):1823-1824.

Important Precautions

Not for use during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take pharmaceutical drugs please consult your doctor prior to use.

Disclaimer

This information in our Herbal Reference Guide is intended only as a general reference for further exploration, and is not a replacement for professional health advice. This content does not provide dosage information, format recommendations, toxicity levels, or possible interactions with prescription drugs. Accordingly, this information should be used only under the direct supervision of a qualified health practitioner such as a naturopathic physician.

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