Bitter Gourd (Karela) Powder

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Leung SO, Yeung HW, Leung KN. The immunosuppressive activities of two abortifacient proteins isolated from the seeds of bitter melon (Momordica charantia). Immunopharmacol 1987;13:159-71. View abstract. Drinking a glass of karela juice regularly is highly beneficial, as profuse levels of vitamins B3 (niacin) and B9 (folate) in bitter gourd ameliorate symptoms of anxiety, depression and enrich brain functions, thinking capacities. This helps to effectively combat mental stress, fatigue and guarantees heightened cognitive abilities, nervous system operations. Karela For Skin: Yin RV, Lee NC, Hirpara H, Phung OJ. T. The effect of bitter melon (Mormordica charantia) in patients with diabetes mellitus: s systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr Diabetes. 2014;4:e145. View abstract. Karela is an instant blood purifier owing to its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Consume this amazing vegetable at least twice a week to stimulate blood circulation, clear infectants in the blood and flush out toxins. It also works on the metabolism by breaking the fat molecules, that could cause a healthy weight loss. Relief From Gout:

Place the squeezed karela rings in a separate bowl and repeat the process until you have squeezed them all.

Dutta PK, Chakravarty AK, CHowdhury US, and Pakrashi SC. Vicine, a favism-inducing toxin from Momordica charantia Linn. seeds. Indian J Chem 1981;20B(August):669-671. Eczema is a common condition especially in winter. Application of Karela juice on the affected areas, athletes’ foot can bring immediate relief. Apply the juice at regular intervals for relief from eczema, psoriasis and other itchiness causing skin conditions. Karela For Hair:

Khatta meetha karela: This preparation brings a balance of sweetness and sourness to the bitter karela making every one devour it with joy, well almost. Yes, Karela is good for the skin. It acts as a blood purifier that helps keeps the skin glowing. It is used in the management of blood boils, scabies, itching, ringworm and other fungal infections. The antioxidants present in Karela protect against skin diseases and prevent skin cell damage. Biologists believe that the origins of Bitter Gourd were first found in Kerala and later introduced to China in 14 th century, making it a staple vegetable across cuisines in Southeast Asian, South Asian and East Asian countries.Baldwa VS, Bhandari CM, Pangaria A, Goyal RK. Clinical trial in patients with diabetes mellitus of an insulin-like compound obtained from plant sources. Ups J Med Sci 1977;82:39-41. View abstract. This Karela Fry or Bitter Gourd Fry is a simple Indian style stir fry as I’ve used a mix of spice powders and gram flour (besan) that are common ingredients in the Indian cuisine. Karela or bitter gourd/melon is also referred to as kakarakaya in Telugu language and pavakkai in Tamil language. Hence, this dish can also be called as Kakarakaya Fry or Pavakkai Fry. The goodness of Karela is widely endorsed by Ayurvedic practitioners and is known as Karavellaka or Karelli in Sanskrit. Ayurvedic scriptures like Dravyaguna Vignana describe Karela as tikta or bitter in taste, with dry qualities and hot potency. Kohno, H., Yasui, Y., Suzuki, R., Hosokawa, M., Miyashita, K., and Tanaka, T. Dietary seed oil rich in conjugated linolenic acid from bitter melon inhibits azoxymethane-induced rat colon carcinogenesis through elevation of colonic PPARgamma expression and alteration of lipid composition. Int J Cancer 7-20-2004;110(6):896-901. View abstract.

Ashwagandha is a mighty herb in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. As a nourishing and building herb, it lends its strength to support the body's stress response, the reproductive system, and more. It is also considered an adaptogen, making it a great herb for energy while simultaneously acting as a calming herb for sleep. Bibhitaki Great for your eyesDr. Anshul Jai Bharat says that it helps in preventing vision-related problems such as cataract since it has compounds like beta-carotene and vitamin A which are healthy for your eyes and strengthens eyesight. She adds, “It is also a good home remedy to treat dark circles.“As with everything, moderation is required. Excess consumption of bitter gourd juice maycause abdominal pain and diarrhoea. Pregnant women should also avoid taking too much bitter gourd or its juice as it may stimulate the uterus and lead to preterm labour. 30 ml bitter gourd juice extract is recommended on a daily basis,” says Dr Geeta Buryok, Chief Nutritionist at Max HealthCare. Disclaimer: I researched quite a few recipes for this podi and then made my own version. The highlight of my version of Kakarakaya Karam Podi is that I have retained the bitterness of this gourd because that’s how I like it. Most recipes I saw, added salt and turmeric to either grated or sliced bitter melon and then after a while squeezed all the juice from it. I did not do this. I shallow-fried slices of the bitter gourd “as is” to make my version of this podi. Ng, T. B., Wong, C. M., Li, W. W., and Yeung, H. W. Insulin-like molecules in Momordica charantia seeds. J Ethnopharmacol. 1986;15(1):107-117. View abstract. Amalaki is one of the three fruits in the classic formula, triphala, which means “three fruits.” High in vitamin C, it is an especially good source of natural antioxidants. It is considered a rejuvenative for pitta, or for elevated heat in the body. It supports the digestive tract and the body's natural cleansing mechanism. AshwagandhaDans AM, Villarruz MV, Jimeno CA, et al. The effect of Momordica charantia capsule preparation on glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus needs further studies. J Clin Epidemiol 2007;60:554-9. View abstract.