HealthAid Karela Extract 1250mg 60 Tablets

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To prepare it, start by washing the fruit and cutting it lengthwise. Then use a utensil to scoop out the seeds from the center, and cut the fruit into thin slices. Karela juice is made by blending karela with water and straining it. It is a popular Ayurvedic product that is believed to have many health benefits. Karela juice is rich in vitamins and minerals and an excellent antioxidant source. It is believed to help improve digestion, boost immunity, lower blood sugar levels, and promote weight loss. This lectin is thought to be a major factor behind the hypoglycemic effect that develops after eating bitter melon. Scientific evidence Several studies have shown that consuming karela can help in lowering the blood sugar levels of people who have diabetes. For example, there was a study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology that found that consuming karela juice for four weeks significantly reduced the blood sugar levels of people who have type 2 diabetes. 2. Supports Digestive Health Karela may also lower the blood sugar level (consult a doctor before use in case you are taking medicines for diabetes). 4

Karela can be a challenging vegetable to cook due to its bitter taste. However, there are several ways to incorporate karela into your diet.

Vikrant V, Grover JK, Tandon N, et al. Treatment with extracts of Momordica charantia and Eugenia jambolana prevents hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia in fructose fed rats. J Ethnopharmacol 2001;76:139-43. View abstract.

Karela is also great for heart health. It contains compounds shown to help reduce cholesterol levels in the body. High cholesterol levels are a significant risk factor for heart disease, so lowering cholesterol levels can help prevent heart disease. Bitter melon can be taken in several forms; it can be eaten as a fruit, made into juice, the seeds can be added to food in a powdered form, or it can be used in the form of a decoction by boiling pieces of the melon in water. Alternatively, bitter melon extract can be bought as a herbal supplement.

You must consult a qualified doctor before taking any herbal supplements. Do not discontinue or replace an ongoing treatment of modern medicine with an ayurvedic/herbal preparation without consulting a qualified doctor. Side Effects of Karela: However, research in humans is limited, and larger, more high-quality studies are needed to understand how bitter melon may impact blood sugar levels in the general population. Summary Srivastava Y, Venkatakrishna-Bhatt H, Verma Y, et al. Antidiabetic and adaptogenic properties of Momordica charantia extract: An experimental and clinical evaluation. Phytother Res 1993;7:285-9. Bitter melon is a good source of catechin, gallic acid, epicatechin, and chlorogenic acid, too — powerful antioxidant compounds that can help protect your cells against damage ( 5).

Yook JS, Kwak JJ, Jeong WM, et al. Possible adaptogenic effects of Momordica charantia on high-intensity training-induced alteration in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. J Clin Biochem Nutr. 2020;67(3):290-6. View abstract.

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The juice from the karela leaf has been used for ages to cure patients with chronic alcoholism. It has also been used as an antidote for alcohol intoxication. It is also beneficial to heal liver damage caused due to chronic drinking.

Karela is also known as a popular ingredient in Ayurveda. Ayurvedic practitioners believe that karela has several health benefits, so it is used in many Ayurvedic products. Let's discuss the popular Ayurvedic products made from karela and their benefits: 1. Karela Juice Ahmad N, Hassan MR, Halder H, Bennoor KS. Effect of Momordica charantia (Karolla) extracts on fasting and postprandial serum glucose levels in NIDDM patients (abstract). Bangladesh Med Res Counc Bull 1999;25:11-3. View abstract. Bourinbaiar AS, Lee-Huang S. Potentiation of anti-HIV activity of anti-inflammatory drugs, dexamethasone and indomethacin, by MAP30, the antiviral agent from bitter melon. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 1995;208:779-85. View abstract. Karela capsules are a popular Ayurvedic product that is made from karela extract. Karela capsules are believed to help regulate blood sugar levels, promote weight loss, and improve digestion. They are also considered to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help prevent various chronic diseases. 3. Karela Powder

What other health benefits does it have?

Karela has been widely used as a herbal medication which is not only safe but also used to avoid side effects of various medicines. You can eat karela as a vegetable. The bitterness of the vegetable is reduced by steeping the peeled chunks in salt water before cooking. You can also choose various forms of karela that are available in the market including juices, churna, capsules and tablets.