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Posted Monday, July 22, 2024
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Benefits of Bitter Melon (Bitter Gourd) and Its Extract
Bitter melon — also known as bitter gourd or Momordica charantia — is a tropical vine that belongs to the gourd family and is closely related to zucchini, squash, pumpkin, and cucumber. It’s cultivated around the world for its edible fruit, which is considered a staple in many types of Asian cuisine. The Chinese variety is typically long, pale green, and covered with wart-like bumps. On the other hand, the Indian variety is more narrow and has pointed ends with rough, jagged spikes on the rind. In addition to its sharp flavor and distinct appearance, bitter melon has been associated with several impressive health benefits. Here are 6 benefits of bitter melon and its extract. Thu Thai Thanh / EyeEm/Getty Images 1. Packs several important nutrients Bitter melon is a great source of several key nutrients. 100 grams of raw bitter melon provides (1Trusted Source): Calories: 21 Carbs: 4 grams Fiber: 2 grams Vitamin C: 99% of the Daily Value (DV) Vitamin A: 44% of the DV Folate: 17% of the DV Potassium: 8% of the DV Zinc: 5% of the DV Iron: 4% of the DV Bitter melon is especially rich in vitamin C, an important micronutrient involved in disease prevention, bone formation, and wound healing (2Trusted Source). It’s also high in vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that promotes skin health and proper vision (3Trusted Source). It provides folate, which is essential for growth and development, as well as smaller amounts of potassium, zinc, and iron (4Trusted Source). Bitter melon is a good source of catechin, gallic acid, epicatechin, and chlorogenic acid, too — powerful antioxidant compounds that can help protect your cells against damage (5Trusted Source). Plus, it’s low in calories yet high in fiber — fulfilling approximately 8% of your daily fiber needs in a single one-cup (94-gram) serving.
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