Bitter melon is an abortifacient and an emmenagogue, so it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or nursing. Should not be given to small children and infants due to hypoglycemic effects.
Bitter melon may have potential benefits for arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to help regulate blood sugar levels, which can be beneficial for overall joint health. Some studies suggest that its compounds may help reduce inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. However, more research is needed to establish its effectiveness specifically for arthritis treatment. It's always best to consult a healthcare professional before using bitter melon as a remedy.
Not to be used by pregnant women as medicinal remedies. Essential oil of fennel is toxic in doses as small as 5 ml, the volatile oil should not be ingested.
Using marijuana, even for medicinal purposes, is illegal in most states.
It is also important to note that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers medicinal herbs as dietary supplements, not drugs, and so are not subject to the same regulations as drugs are.
One can find a lot of proven and UNproven uses of Ampalaya (Bitter melon, Momordica charantia, called bitter melon or bitter gourd), but never heard of the use as a pH color indicator.(Its fruit color is yellow, when ripening it turns to orange).
You can make a delicious dish using squash by roasting squash slices and topping them with a melon salsa made with diced melon, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Serve the roasted squash with the melon salsa on top for a flavorful and refreshing dish.
Yes, the mass of a honeydew melon can be measured in kilograms using a kitchen scale or a weighing scale. Place the melon on the scale and read the weight in kilograms.
No particular precautions have been reported as being necessary in using cyperus.
A good substitute for Midori, the bright green melon liqueur, is melon-flavored liqueur like DeKuyper Melon or another fruit liqueur such as peach or strawberry. You can also use a combination of vodka with a splash of melon syrup or melon juice to mimic the flavor. If you're looking for a non-alcoholic option, consider using a melon soda or a mixture of melon puree with soda water.
No necessary precautions to observe in the diet.
You are so naïve, the term 'medicinal' is just a euphemistic excuse to :)
= Momordica Charantia = Ampalaya is a vegetable grown throughout the Philippines. It is mostly cultivated, although wild forms can be found. It grows wild in the remote areas of Mt. Banahaw. As the English name suggests (bitter melon), the melon has a bitter taste due to the presence of momordicin. There has been much research done on the effectiveness of using Momordica Charantia in the treatment of diabetes. It has been shown to increase production of beta cells by the pancreas, thereby improving the body's ability to produce insulin. It has been recommended by the Department of Health of the Philippines, as one of the best herbal medicines for it's ability to help with liver problems, Diabetes and HIV. It is a common herb used in Chinese herbology. In the Philippines, the leaves are often used for children's coughs. It is also used in the treatment of skin diseases, sterility in women, as a parasiticide, as an antipyretic, and as a purgative