Gout is a condition under which joints get red, hot and tender causing intense pain due to high levels of uric acid. Karela being a storehouse of iron, potassium, magnesium and other vital vitamins and minerals, provides amazing relief from the pain and also helps in reducing the concentration of uric acid in the body. Karela F This Karela Fry or Bitter Gourd Fry is a simple Indian style stir fry as I’ve used a mix of spice powders and gram flour (besan) that are common ingredients in the Indian cuisine. Karela or bitter gourd/melon is also referred to as kakarakaya in Telugu language and pavakkai in Tamil language. Hence, this dish can also be called as Kakarakaya Fry or Pavakkai Fry. Turmeric is another revered herb in the Ayurvedic cache of herbs. It supports a healthy inflammatory response, balanced digestion, clear skin, and overall health and well-being. Its warming quality also offers support and comfort to the joints. Banyan Quality and Guarantee Grover JK, Vats V, Rathi SS, Dawar R. Traditional Indian anti-diabetic plants attenuate progression of renal damage in streptozotocin induced diabetic mice. J Ethnopharmacol 2001;76:233-8. View abstract.

Bitter gourd juice is emetic in nature, which means it can induce nausea and cleanse the system from within. If you have had too much alcohol, hoping to flush it out and maintain healthy liver, all you have to do is to sip on this juice on empty stomach. The antioxidants strengthen the liver, prevent its failure and avoid intoxication caused due to alcohol. Improves Immunity: Three fruits,” triphala, is one of the most esteemed Ayurvedic compounds. Triphala offers gentle cleansing, purification, and rejuvenation to the digestive tract, and especially the lower intestines. Its combination of the three fruits make this formula suitable and beneficial for all three doshas. Turmeric

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You can cut down on the bitterness of the karela by keeping the pieces in salted water for about 20 to 30 minutes. Then, rinse them well in fresh water, pat dry with a kitchen towel and use. Alternatively mix some salt with the bitter gourd slices. Let sit for 15 minutes. Later with your fingers or palms, gently squeeze the bitter juices from the slices. Rinse in water and drain all of the water. Pat dry and use in the recipe. Since the day I started making this Kakarakaya Fry, it has been a hit at my home and now I often prepare this dish. Other than this Bitter Gourd Fry, other preparations with karela that are quite frequent at my home are the Bharwa Karela and the Punjabi style Karela Sabji (Bitter Gourd Curry). Karele ki sabzi: Karela sabzi is often cooked in most Indian homes making it a healthy side dish to go with rotis or dal-rice. Peter EL, Kasali FM, Deyno S, et al. Momordica charantia L. lowers elevated glycaemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis. J Ethnopharmacol. 2019;231:311-24. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2018.10.033. View abstract.Yook JS, Kwak JJ, Jeong WM, et al. Possible adaptogenic effects of Momordica charantia on high-intensity training-induced alteration in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. J Clin Biochem Nutr. 2020;67(3):290-6. View abstract. Though there are studies that show the Potential uses of karela in various conditions, these are insufficient and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of karela on human health. Karela powder may also have benefits for skin health. The high vitamin C content found in Karela powder is beneficial for collagen production and skin health, it can help to keep skin looking youthful and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. The antioxidant properties of Karela powder may also help to protect the skin from damage caused by UV rays and pollution. Brahmi/Gotu Kola is classified as a nervine and an adaptogen, which means it holds a unique affinity for the nervous system and the brain. It is said to improve concentration, intelligence, and memory, and, as an adaptogen, it is relaxing to the central nervous system, helping the body cope with daily stressors. Haritaki