NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Substances isolated from bitter melon, a plant eaten and used medicinally in much of Asia, could provide the basis of new drugs for treating diabetes and obesity, an ...

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Lower your blood sugar naturally, soothe digestive disorders, and prevent infections — even cancer. With these capabilities, it’s no wonder bitter melon is considered a superfood. But chances are, you ...

Q: My doctor put a damper on my holiday festivities by telling me I have diabetes. She prescribed glipizide and suggested I lose 30 pounds. I wish that I could take vitamins or supplements to lower my ...

New research published in the journal Cell Communication and Signaling suggests that bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd, may have anti-cancer properties. Already known for its use as an ...

Research shows a popular nutritional supplement -- extract of bitter melon -- may help protect women from breast cancer. Bitter melon is a common vegetable in India, China and South America, and its ...

Karela leaves, a nutritional powerhouse, offer significant health benefits beyond the bitter melon fruit. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, they effectively help manage blood sugar, aid digestion, ...