In addition to its slightly bitter taste, the soup to pray for the "bitter melon" of Tet brings many impressive health benefits, according to the health news site Healthline .
Here are 5 benefits of bitter melon soup for Tet:
Contains many important nutrients
Bitter melon is especially rich in vitamin C, an important micronutrient that helps prevent disease, build bones and heal wounds.
In addition to its slightly bitter taste, this soup to pray for the "bitter melon" of Tet brings many impressive health benefits.
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It is also rich in vitamin A which helps promote healthy skin and vision.
It provides folate, an essential nutrient for growth and development, along with small amounts of potassium, zinc and iron.
Bitter melon also contains catechins, gallic acid, epicatechin and chlorogenic acid, which have powerful antioxidant properties, which may help protect cells from damage.
What's more, bitter melon is low in calories but rich in fiber, with just 1 cup serving — 100 grams — providing about 8% of your daily fiber needs.
May help lower blood sugar levels
Bitter melon has long been used to treat diabetes due to its powerful medicinal properties. In recent years, many studies have confirmed this effect. A 3-month study found that daily consumption of bitter melon reduced blood sugar levels and average HbA1c.
Another study found that taking bitter melon daily for 4 weeks slightly reduced blood sugar levels.
Furthermore, bitter melon extract significantly reduced fructosamine levels, an indicator of blood sugar levels in diabetics.
A 3-month study showed that taking bitter melon daily reduced blood sugar levels and average blood sugar levels (HbA1c).
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Has anti-cancer properties
Research shows that bitter melon contains several compounds with anti-cancer properties. For example, one test-tube study found that bitter melon extract was effective in killing cancer cells in the stomach, colon, lung, and nasopharynx.
Another test-tube and animal study found similar results, showing that bitter melon extract may inhibit the growth and metastasis of breast cancer cells, while promoting cancer cell death.
May lower cholesterol levels
High cholesterol levels can cause plaque buildup in the arteries, forcing the heart to work harder to pump blood and increasing the risk of heart disease.
Some animal studies show that bitter melon can lower cholesterol levels, supporting heart health, according to Healthline .
One human study found that taking bitter melon extract significantly reduced bad cholesterol levels.
Provides fiber to help lose weight
Bitter melon is an excellent source of fiber, with a 100-gram serving containing about 2 grams of fiber.
Fiber helps you feel full longer and reduces hunger, reducing cravings, thereby helping you lose weight.
It also has laxative, anti-constipation properties.
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