Description
Karela commonly known as Bitter gourd is very significant in Ayurveda given its numerous health benefits. It is a potent antidiabetic drug. Owing to its antimicrobial properties Karela treats various infections.
Botanical name: Momordica charantia Linn.
Family: Cucurbitaceae
The dried fruit is used to make powder.
Rasa: Tikta, Katu
Guna: Laghu, Ruksha
Veerya: Sheeta / Ushna
Vipaka: Katu
Balances Kapha and Pitta dosha.
Karela benefits:
· Treats anorexia
· Checks bleeding disorders
· Useful in treating Anemia
· Accelerates quick wound healing
· Treats worm infestation
· Highly effective in Diabetes and Urinary tract disorders
· Treats a wide array of skin disorders, allergies
· Useful in treating cough, cold, chronic respiratory disoders and fever.
