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We all know very well that bitter gourd is not liked by everyone because its taste is bitter. Bitter gourd is called Bitter Gourd or Bitter Melon in English. Nutrients are found in abundance in bitter gourd and consuming it provides many benefits to the body. You can consume bitter gourd in different ways like vegetables, chips, salad, or juice. If you cannot tolerate the bitterness of bitter gourd, then you can mix salt and lemon to reduce it and then consume it. Let us tell you through this article about the benefits of consuming bitter gourd -
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* Reduce swelling:
Let us tell you that compounds called polyphenols are found in bitter gourd, through this you can reduce the swelling in the body. If you consume bitter gourd regularly then you do not have to face this problem.
* Beneficial in diabetes:
Bitter gourd is considered a very important food for people suffering from diabetes. These people are advised to drink its juice regularly as it contains properties that control insulin levels.
* Better for digestion:
Let us tell you that bitter gourd has properties that improve the digestive system, which helps keep your digestive system healthy, and then by consuming it, you get relief from stomach-related problems like gas, constipation, etc.
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* Weight Control :
Bitter gourd is very low in calories and it can also help in controlling your weight. If you want to reduce your belly and waist fat, then you must consume bitter gourd regularly.
* Reduce cholesterol:
Consuming it regularly can help in reducing bad cholesterol in the body so that you do not have to face problems like high blood pressure and heart attack.
* Relief from joint pain:
The anti-inflammatory properties found in bitter gourd help in relieving the problem of pain in the joints of the body.
