Bitter Gourd also at times referred to as the bitter melon is a vegetable that is part of various Asian diets. It has long been used for its highly nutritious and medicinal properties.

One cup of bitter gourd will contain 93% of your daily Vitamin C intake. It is also rich in Vitamins A, Folate, Potassium and Zinc.

Bitter Gourd is used in indigenous medicinal practices to reduce blood sugar levels. There is some research that suggests, it contains compounds that help fight cancer cells.