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Momordica charantia · करेला · Sanskrit: कारवेल्ल
Also: Bitter melon
Bitter vegetable traditionally used for sugar support; also a nutritious sabzi.
Updated: 18 August 2026 · Medically reviewed by: Review pending — placeholder
Safety first: Herbs are not automatically safe. Avoid medicinal amounts in pregnancy. Use food amounts if liver/kidney disease; avoid concentrated extracts without guidance. Never stop prescribed medicines for an herb without supervision.
Traditional uses
Common preparations
Small, short trials show variable sugar effects; juice + medicines can cause hypoglycaemia.
Proposed mechanisms (theory, not proof)
Possible benefits discussed in literature
Safety
Side effects
Drug interactions
Who should avoid: People with G6PD deficiency; Those prone to hypoglycaemia
Quality checks
Small food amounts are usually fine, but daily concentrated juice with medicines risks lows. Monitor and inform your doctor.
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