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About Bitter Gourd :
  • Bitter gourds are very low in calories but dense with precious nutrients.
  • It is an excellent source of vitamins B1, B2, and B3, C, magnesium, folic acid, zinc, phosphorus, manganese, and has high dietary fiber.
  • It is rich in iron, contains twice the beta-carotene of broccoli, twice the calcium of spinach, and twice the potassium of a banana.

  Health Benefits of Bitter Gourd :  
 
  • Bitter gourd is rich in iron, beta-carotene, and potassium. It can relieve constipation and improve circulation, thereby producing slimming effects on the body.
  • Bitter gourd contains essential vitamins and minerals; its regular use helps to prevent many complications such as hypertension, eye complications, neuritis and defective metabolism of carbohydrates.
  • Leaf juice of bitter gourd is beneficial in the treatment of alcoholism.
  • It is also used as a blood purifier due to its bitter tonic properties.
  • It is extremely effective in the treatment of diabetes and psoriasis.

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