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Bitter melon contains a protein, MAP30, that was patented by American scientists in 1996. These scientists stated that MAP30 is effective against tumors, AIDS , and other viruses.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoBitter melon is a natural hypoglycemic and has antiviral properties.
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Which parts of the bitter melon plant are used for medicinal purposes?
All parts of the plant--the seeds, leaves and vines--are used for medicinal purposes, but the actual fruit of the bitter melon is most commonly used.
What are the precautions with using bitter melon as a medicinal?
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.
Is bitter melon same as bitter gourd?
No, and it all depends on the size and how dark a green the bitter melon is.
What tastes bitter?
Bitter-melon.
Which fruit is sweet when is raw and sour when is prepared to eat?
Bitter gourd also known as bitter melon is green and sweet when raw.
What foods taste bitter?
Bitter-melon.
When was Bitter Melon Farm created?
Bitter Melon Farm was created on 2002-04-23.
What are the medicinal actions of mugwort?
Mugwort acts as a bitter digestive tonic, uterine stimulant, nervine, menstrual regulator, and antirheumatic.
When was Bitter Melon by Cara Chow made?
Bitter Melon by Cara Chow was published December 28th, 2010. The book, Bitter Melon, is based in the 1980's and is about a Chinese-American girl named Frances.
Where Can You Get Bitter Melon?
I have gone to a few website online to find that information and realized that it can be purchased at http://www.herbalprovider.com/bitter-melon.html and it is organic pure bitter melon.
In what regions of the world is bitter melon grown?
Regions of the world that grow bitter melons are Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Other names for bitter melon include goya, bitter squash, karavella and bitter gourd.
What is a bitter melon?
A bitter melon is a vine, Momordica charantia, which produces a bitter, edible fruit, or a similar fruit-bearing vine, Citrullus lanatus, found in Australia.
