Bitter Melon

Botanical Name:Momordica charantia

Bitter Melon

As its name describes, Bitter Melon is un-ripened, bitter fruit. Bitter melon fruit is much like cucumber in appearance but has a ridged, bumpy outer texture. While the fruit and leaf are prepared as vegetables in African, Asian and Caribbean cuisines, bitter melon extracts and powders are taken as dietary supplements and are also used in natural cosmetics. Pungent, bitter, astringent. Blend with other herbs to enhance flavor, such as ginger.

SAFETY

In moderation, bitter melon powder is safe for most people. However, large doses or long-term use may cause nausea and diarrhea. You should avoid this herb if you take insulin or diabetes medications, Compounds in bitter melon are known to increase the concentration and toxicity of P-gp substrate drugs and inhibit the metabolism of CYP450 substrate drugs. Check with your physician before using this herb if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you have a chronic disorder or take medications.

** This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA, this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease**