Since the taste of bitter melon is very bitter, it is not consumed alone, but it is eaten as a meal with other vegetables, by joining soups and legumes or in the form of stuffing. It does not take place in Turkish cuisine, but in alternative medicine it is mixed with olive oil or honey and used for therapeutic purposes.
In the studies on the bitter melon; It has been found that it is effective in diseases such as obesity, diabetes and strengthens immunity, and it even inhibits the growth of cancerous cells.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF KUDRET POMEGRANATE?
It is good for stomach and intestinal health
Kudret pomegranate solves stomach problems very quickly. It is especially effective on diseases such as gastritis and ulcers. People with stomach disease, consuming a spoonful of olive oil a day will help alleviate the disease.
PLAYS A ROLE IN REGULATION OF BLOOD SUGAR
Thanks to the natural compounds it contains, bitter melon balances the sugar in the blood and prevents the blood sugar from falling. It is also used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. In a study, it was observed that the postprandial sugar and HbA1c values of diabetic patients who used bitter melon extract were greatly reduced.
PREVENTS THE SPREAD OF CANCER CELLS
Bitter melon fights with cancerous cells. It is known that a teaspoon of potency pomegranate, especially consumed on an empty stomach, is protective against breast cancer.
PROTECTIVE AGAINST CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES
Bitter melon has a blood thinning effect. Although it is good for cardiovascular and high blood pressure, it is very inconvenient to use it especially before menstruation, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Those who use blood thinners should not consume it without asking the doctor.
PLAYS AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN THE TREATMENT OF BURNS AND WOUND STAINS
It is used to remove burns and scars on the body. You can crush the seedless pomegranate and make a paste and add some pure olive oil to it in a glass jar and use it for the treatment of wounds and burns for about 1 year.
HOW TO CONSUMPT KUDRET POMEGRANATE?
There are seeds in the bitter melon that you need to remove when consuming. Although it looks like a cucumber in appearance, it tastes bitter. That’s why you can’t eat it like regular fruits. Therefore, potency pomegranate has different ways of consumption.
Use with olive oil: When the pomegranate ripens, it takes on an orange color. Remove the inner parts of the ripening bitter melon fruit and place it in a glass jar. Put a glass of pure olive oil on it and leave it for four months. After getting the paste consistency, you can consume it on an empty stomach in the morning or apply this natural treatment method by applying it to your skin spots.
Use with honey: Remove the insides of the ripened bitter melon fruit and mash until pureed. Put it in a glass jar. Depending on the amount, you can mix honey into the pureed fruit. Let it rest for about 3 weeks without opening the lid to allow the essences to mix well. You can consume the mixture you make in the morning before eating something, up to a teaspoon. There is no harm in consuming it during the day, but consuming it on an empty stomach will be more effective in terms of benefits.
HOW TO CONSUMPT KUDRET POMEGRANATE?
Excessive consumption of bitter melon can cause many damage to the liver. Therefore, care should be taken to consume it in certain quantities. It should not be consumed without consulting a doctor and nutritionist.