6 Amazing Benefits Of Bitter gourd

As the name says bitter gourd, it has a bitter taste. If you are not familiar with the taste, it may take some time to warm up to the bitter flavor. But with its bitter flavor, it is known as one of the healthiest vegetables in the food kingdom. Bitter gourd is rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and other polyphenol compounds which makes it very healthy. Utopia Life Coach has come up with some amazing benefits of bitter gourd.

Good for diabetes:

Bitter gourd is rich in bioactive compounds called saponins and terpenoids that are responsible for the vegetable’s bitter taste. It plays a role in lowering blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Bitter gourd helps to reduce glucose levels in both type 1 and 2 diabetes.

Fights inflammation:

Bittergourd is rich in polyphenols. And polyphenols are known for their ability to lower inflammation in the body. The presence of this makes bitter gourd fight inflammation. The more it is present, the greater the anti-inflammatory effects could take place.

Helps to fight against cancer:

Bitter gourd helps to fight against cancer cells proliferation and stops tumor formation. Its consumption can prevent the risk of colon, prostate, and breast cancer.

A study found that bitter gourd extracts can kill certain cancer cells. Bitter Gourd can lower blood glucose levels, but larger and better-designed clinical trials are needed to fully support this use.

Good for hair and skin:

Known as the powerhouse of nutrients like vitamin A and C, calcium, and antioxidant properties. Nutrients present in bitter gourd can fight acne and skin blemishes, and can even reduce aging. Juice of bitter gourd adds luster to the hair and aids dandruff, split ends, and hair loss. It even has the ability to treat various infections like ringworm, itching, and psoriasis.

Good for digestion:

Bitter gourd helps to improve bowel movement as it is full of fiber. It settles the stomach and relieves constipation.

Helps in weight management:

Bitter gourd is one of the best choices to manage your weight as it is low in calories and very effective for those who want to lose their weight and be slim. It contains low amount of carbohydrates and fat. It not only improves metabolism but also the antioxidants present helpS to detoxify the body leading to the reduction of fat. Bitter gourd even stops the formation and growth of adipose cells, the ones that store fat in the body.

These are some of the benefits of bitter gourd, also known as karela in India. To know more about diet contact a diet coach or nutritionist.

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1. Anita Sahu - Nutritionist & Diet Coach - Utopia Life Coach & DP's Cuisine Restaurant in Siliguri, West Bengal, India.