Nutritional Value

• Bitter melon is a good source of nutrients like fiber, vitamin C, folate and vitamin A
• Improve several long-term blood sugar control.
• May have cancer-fighting properties and could be effective against stomach, colon, lung, nasopharynx, and breast cancer cells.
• Helps to decrease cholesterol levels, which could help support heart health.
• Bitter melon is low in calories but high in  fiber which help to decrease belly fat and body weight.

Storage and Uses

• To store bitter gourd, wash and dry them gently and place them in bags. They should last a week, when storedin refrigerator at 50° F.
• Bitter melon can be enjoyed raw or cooked in various recipes. It can be pan-fried, steamed, baked, or even hollowed out and stuffed with your choice of fillings.
• Bitter gourd juice is the best medicine to cure several health problems.

Note

• It acts as blood purifier, helps in weight loss, improves immunity, controls diabetes and fights acne.