Bitter Gourd, Cucumbers And Water Melons

Botanical Name - Momordica charantia Category - Medicinal Form - Dry Part Used - Fruit General Information - Momordica charantia (MC), a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, is also known as bitter melon, bitter gourd, balsam pear, pare, or karela. It is a widely grown and consumed vegetable in Asia, East Africa, India, and South America. The potential for MC to modulate blood glucose has received the most attention from investigators searching for natural foods or compounds that may be useful in the treatment of diabetes. Phytochemicals - The main constituents of bitter melon which are responsible for the antidiabetic effects are triterpene, proteid, steroid, alkaloid, inorganic, lipid, and phenolic compounds. Several glycosides have been isolated from the M. charantia stem and fruit and are grouped under the genera of cucurbitane-type triterpenoids. In particular, four triterpenoids have AMP-activated protein kinase activity which is a plausible hypoglycaemic mechanism of M. charantia.

Momordica charantia (colloquially: bitter melon; bitter apple; bitter gourd; bitter squash; balsam-pear; with many more names), is a tropical and subtropical vine of the family Cucurbitaceae, widely grown in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean for its edible fruit. Its many varieties differ substantially in the shape and bitterness of the fruit. This herbaceous, tendril-bearing vine grows up to 5 m (16 ft) in length. It bears simple, alternate leaves 4-12 cm (1.6-4.7 in) across, with three to seven deeply separated lobes. Each plant bears separate yellow male and female flowers. The fruit has a distinct warty exterior and an oblong shape. It is hollow in cross-section, with a relatively thin layer of flesh surrounding a central seed cavity filled with large, flat seeds and pith. The fruit is most often eaten green, or as it is beginning to turn yellow. At this stage, the fruit's flesh is crunchy and watery in texture, similar to cucumber, chayote or green bell pepper, but bitter. The skin is tender and edible. Seeds and pith appear white in unripe fruits; they are not intensely bitter and can be removed before cooking. Some sources claim the flesh (rind) becomes somewhat tougher and more bitter with age, but other sources claim that at least the skin does not change and bitterness decreases with age. The pith becomes sweet and intensely red; it can be eaten uncooked in this state, and is a popular ingredient in some Southeast Asian salads. When the fruit is fully ripe, it turns orange and soft, and splits into segments which curl back to expose seeds covered in bright red pulp. Price of product : Working Product origin : Sri Lanka Key Specifications/Special Features Helps Reduce Blood Sugar Have Cancer-Fighting Properties Decreases Cholesterol Levels Aids in Weight Loss Versatile and Delicious Cures hangovers and cleanses the liver Boosts immune system Great for eyes Harmonization System (HS) Code : 07099920 Minimum Order Size : 1 Ton Packaging details : 10/ 15/ 25 / 50 kg

Bitter gourd, also known as bitter melon, is a vegetable known for its distinct bitter flavor and numerous health benefits. Rich in vitamins C and A, as well as compounds believed to lower blood sugar levels, bitter gourd is often used in traditional medicine. It is commonly stir-fried, stuffed, or cooked in curries, and is particularly popular in Indian, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cuisines. Despite its strong taste, bitter gourd is appreciated for its potential to improve digestion and regulate blood sugar, making it a unique and health-boosting vegetable.