Blog - BITTER MELON BENEFITS
Bitter melon is a tropical vine and belongs to the gourd family. The oblong-shaped fruit is green, and has a unique bumpy appearance and an equally distinct sharp flavor. Also known as Momordica Charantia, the bitter gourd originally came from India before it was introduced to China and then traveled to other parts of Asia. Some of the excellent health benefits of bitter melon include an incredible source of fiber and key nutrients like Vitamin C, folate, and Vitamin A.
- Contains Momordicin, Charantin,
and Polypeptide-P
- Rich in Vitamins A, B3, B5, and B6
- Great source of Minerals
- Iron
- Zinc
- Potassium
- Manganese
- Magnesium
- Excellent source of healthy Flavonoids
While bitter melon has long been used to alleviate stomach and other GI issues, it is also known to regulate blood sugar.* Though research is ongoing, there is evidence to suggest that some active ingredients in bitter melon act like insulin in the body. Like most other fruits and vegetables, bitter melon is low in calories and high in fiber content. According to a number of animal studies and small-scale studies on humans, bitter melon is purported to improve weight management and cholesterol levels. Finally, test-tube studies in laboratory settings suggest that bitter melon may have very impressive anti-cancer properties.
Bitter melon has been used in numerous Asian cuisines for a very long time and is actually quite easy to prepare. One of the easiest ways to prepare the bitter gourd is to cut it length-wise, scoop out and discard the seeds, cut the halves into thin slices, and create a stir-fry. If you want to dress up the fruit a little more and do something fancy, bitter melon can also be made into a curry, soup, or stuffed with other ingredients and baked.
We will admit, that the flavor of bitter melon is not for everyone. But that’s okay! If you do not prefer the taste, supplements can still provide impressive health benefits.
In an ideal scenario, we would gain all the nutrition we need from the well-balanced consumption of whole foods ingredients. In fact, VG Wellness believes in and teaches the importance of preparing and eating the most nutritious foods and meals you possibly can. We also understand that certain micronutrients might not be consumed on a regular basis. This is where supplements can play a vital role in your effort to achieve and maintain excellent health and wellbeing.
Our Bitter Melon supplement is made from 100% pure, high-quality bitter melon fruit. Our responsibly sourced Bitter Melon is minimally processed but maximally tested. Through quality, purity and potency tests, we make sure that there is nothing but pure Bitter Melon going into our capsules. Where others might sacrifice quality to cut costs, we don’t. Every time you take our Bitter Melon, you can rest assured that you’re getting nothing but the best.
If you are looking for an all-natural way to boost your nutrition without having to use a chemically derived supplement, VG Wellness products are the answer! We deliver the most potent and natural supplements directly to your door. Supplementing your healthy lifestyle has never been more convenient. Visit www.vgwellness.com for more information!
*Even though emerging studies suggest that
bitter melon may control blood sugar levels and mitigate diabetes, it is very important to never discontinue
prescribed medication without getting approval from your medical doctor, even
if you begin to feel better. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor
before using any nutritional supplements.
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