Ridge Gourd: Ridge gourd low-calorie count and the antioxidant properties are beneficial for a diabetic diet. It contains insulin like Peptides and Alkaloids within the vegetable that helps to reduce the sugar levels in both the blood and urine. It is extremely rich in dietary fiber and contains vitamin-C, zinc, iron, riboflavin, magnesium, thiamin and other minerals. This vegetable is great for reducing weight since it is low in calories, saturated fats, and cholesterol and it is high in Beta-carotene which is good for enhancing eye sight.
