Momordica dioica, commonly known as spiny gourd and also known as kantola, is a species of flowering plant in the gourd family. It is used as avegetable in Odisha, Bengal, Assam and Gujurat in India and some parts in South Asia. It has commercial importance and is exported and used locally. The fruits are fried and sometimes eaten with meat or fish
Kantola looks like a very small karela (bitter gourd), but shaped like a water droplet 2 to 3 cm in diameter with surface covered in many small spiny dots. These are not sharp but should be peeled before eating. Kantola grows as a vine, which grows slowly but wildly. They change colour from dark green to light green and then to yellow which indicates that they are overripe and more bitter.
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After peeling the spiny skin the vegetables are cut into quarters and usually curried. In some parts of India they are used to make pickle or hollowed, stuffed with spices and steamed. Kantola has a bitter taste but not as bitter as karela, and therefore has an acquired taste.
Spiny Gourd or Kantola is a vegetable, which is normally seen in the Indian markets in theseason of monsoon. It has many health benefits and that is the reason why it is started to crop up all around the world besides Indian subcontinent. It has tiny spines all over its body and that is why it has got its name as â??Spiny Gourdâ??. It is also known as Teasle gourd, Kakrol, Kankro, Kartoli, Kantoli and Bhat korola. It is mainly cultivated in the mountain regions of India. It is easily cultivated on unfertile soil and its vine has only 3 to 4 months life span.
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Spiny gourd also called kantola is a seasonal monsoon vegetable. It is a rich source of antioxidants and flavonoids. It has antilipid peroxidative properties, that prevent oxidation of fats, thus preventing fatty liver disease. Blood Pressure: Consumption of the fresh fruit juice of the spiny gourd helps regulate blood pressure. The anti-lipid peroxidative properties present in it helps in healing the artery walls and its wear and tear. Prevents common infections: It has the ability to prevent common viral infections that cause cold and other lung infections. It also consists of anti-allergic, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Free radicals: Free radicals in the body hinder the growth and survival of the cells in our body. Therefore, the antioxidants and flavonoids present in the spiny gourd can scavenge these free radicals. Thus, enhancing the life span. Also, it protects the liver and prevents the accumulation of fat in it. Kidneys: It reduces the chances of stone formation in the kidneys and can effectively remove the stones in the kidney and bladder. Brain: This vegetable has several neuroprotective properties and supports brain function. Apart from this, It is also good for patients suffering from diabetes.
Momordica dioica, commonly known as spiny gourd or spine gourd and also known as bristly balsma pear, prickly carolaho, teasle gourd, kantola, is a species of flowering plant in the gourd family. It is used as a vegetable in all regions of India and some parts in South Asia.
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