Karela (Botanical Name - Momordica Charantia) has many names. In Pakistan, India among other Asian countries, it is known by this name, Karela. In English speaking countries, it’s known as bitter gourd, bitter squash or bitter melon. This cucumber-like fruit with ugly bumps all over is popular due to its various health benefits. As mentioned in Ayurvedic texts Karela or Bitter melon is cold in potency, easily digestible & bitter in taste. Karela has Pitta, Kapha pacifying action & do not aggravate Vata. Bitter melon supports Blood purifying properties & helps in detoxification. Karela supports the facilitation of oxygenated & proper blood flow to the skin, which helps to cleanse & heal the skin disorders. Karela supports healthy digestion, acts as an appetiser & has mild purgative action. Various Scientific study of Karela or Bitter melon Extract shows the presence of plant-based natural insulin known as polypeptide-P, which acts like insulin made in the pancreas. Karela fruit extract is said to contain Triterpenoids, alkaloids & bitters which help to promote hypoglycaemic effects via different physiological and biochemical processes. These include insulin secretion like effect, stimulation of skeletal muscle and peripheral cell glucose utilization, inhibition of intestinal glucose uptake, suppression of key gluconeogenic enzymes, stimulation of key enzymes and preservation of pancreatic islet cells and their functions. These all actions help to prevent long term complications of high blood sugar levels on Organs. Karela extract also has charactin and momordicin, as 2 essential substances which supports anti-oxidants in normalizing blood pressure as well as warding off diabetes complications & strengthening the immune system. Karela Extract promotes the removal of extra phlegm from the system, purify the respiratory tract & pacify fever. Karela has a sufficient quantity of Beta-carotene & other nutrients which helps to recover from anaemic & general debility condition. Karela extract has been used in natural medicine for centuries as a blood purifier.

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