Bitter Melon

Several clinical trials have shown that bitter melon reduces blood sugar level in Type 2 diabetics, also lower sugar level in the blood and urine. It protects the pancreas and improves insulin resistance. Bitter melon boost production of interferon, a component of the immune system that prevent infection. Compounds in the plant inhibit helicobacter pylori, which is useful in case of gastric ulcers. Bitter melon may be helpful for parasites, intestinal worms, and stomach pain or colic accompanied by constipation.