The benefits of eating bitter melon

I don't know if you like bitter melon. It's true that not everyone likes the taste of bitter melon, and it looks weird, but bitter melon has rich nutritional value. In fact, bitter melon is valuable from head to toe. From the bitter melon capsule to the skin, it has medicinal value. You may know very little about such a magical food. Let me tell you about the effects and functions of bitter melon.

The efficacy and function of bitter melon

1. The cough-relieving effect of bitter melon

Bitter melon is a yin food, but it is also very moisturizing, so it is the best food to nourish the lungs. Coughs are mostly caused by lung discomfort, and bitter melon has an excellent lung moistening function. If you are afraid that bitter melon is too bitter to swallow, you can choose to cook it with Platycodon grandiflorum and Fritillaria cirrhosa together to neutralize the bitterness of bitter melon and relieve cough better.

2. The intestinal moisturizing effect of bitter melon

The bitter taste of bitter melon enters the intestines, which is enough to moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements. People with strong spleen and stomach can boldly try eating bitter melon raw, and the effect of defecation and bowel movement can be immediate. However, if the spleen and stomach are weak, it is best to choose to cook the bitter melon before eating it, which can also play a role in moisturizing the intestines.

3. Bitter melon’s effect on lowering blood sugar

After juicing bitter melon, the insulin substance in it can be completely retained. People with high blood sugar problems can drink some bitter melon juice every day, which can effectively lower blood sugar indicators. Therefore, bitter melon juice is very suitable for diabetics.