Bitter Gourd - Healthy Diet

Bitter gourd is the most uncommonly used vegetables around the globe. The name itself speaks of its bitterness. Its nutrient content surpasses all other vegetables. It contains Vitamin A, B1, B2 and C. It also contains minerals like calcium, phosphorus, iron, copper and potassium. It purifies blood, enhances digestion and stimulates the liver. It is an excellent natural source of insulin. The skin, seeds and vegetable can be consumed in any form. Diabetics are recommended to drink the juice of tender bitter gourds to keep their sugar levels in check. It can be stuffed with potato and shallow fried. We can even grill it. It can be cut into thin slices and fried like chips with some salt and chilli powder. The skin can be washed, fried well and ground with coconut, green chilli and tamarind to make Chutney.