Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
See book keywords and concepts |  In China, India, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies, bitter melon is widely used for diabetics. It actually contains a number of compounds that have proven antidiabetic properties, including a compound known as charantin. According to the highly respected naturopath Dr. Michael Murray, charantin is more potent than the drug Tolbutamide, which has been used to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics. There are at least two other groups of constituents in bitter melon besides charantin—insulinlike peptides and alkaloids—that are reputed to have blood sugar-lowering effects. |
Gabriel Cousens
See book keywords and concepts |  Unripe bitter melon is available at Asian markets, and the fresh juice is probably the best, per the traditional use in the studies. bitter melon is difficult to make palatable, as its name implies. The best way to use this effective plant is to juice 2 ounces, and hold your nose as you drink it with celery-cucumber juice and some lemon.
CUCUMBER
Cucumber contains a hormone needed by the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin. The enzyme erepsin in cucumbers is targeted toward breaking down excessive protein in the kidneys. | | More than 100 studies have demonstrated bitter melon's ability to decrease the blood sugar, increase the uptake of glucose, and activate the pancreatic cells that manufacture insulin. The peptide it has acts like bovine insulin. So it has several effects: improved glucose tolerance without increasing insulin levels, stimulating the beta cells of the pancreas, suppressing the urge to eat sweets, and action similar to that of insulin.
Unripe bitter melon is available at Asian markets, and the fresh juice is probably the best, per the traditional use in the studies. |
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
See book keywords and concepts | | Cooking mellows its bitter flavor, which is due largely to the quinine content. bitter melon is sold by many Asian grocery stores and is sometimes available frozen. worth knowing
Experts recommend that bitter melon be eaten moderately—if at all —during pregnancy.
Pears
Fiber and potassium in a delicious package for about 100 calories—the same description that might apply to a banana applies equally well to a pear. | | Nonetheless, science has pretty much confirmed the blood sugar-lowering action of the fresh juice of the unripe bitter melon.
Usually, the bitter-flavored unripe fruit is used as a vegetable. It can be cooked a number of different ways, including stir-fried, steamed, and curried. Some enthusiasts recommend it as part of a vegetable curry with eggplants and onions. Cooking mellows its bitter flavor, which is due largely to the quinine content. bitter melon is sold by many Asian grocery stores and is sometimes available frozen. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  You can learn more about their bitter melon product at www.charanteausa.com
Bitter melon really works to help regulate blood sugar. In my view, it works better than diabetes drugs. Of course, what really works best overall is to stop eating processed foods and sugar, and switch to a raw living foods diet. Diabetes usually disappears within 30 - 60 days, never to return as long as you stay with the raw foods diet. |
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
See book keywords and concepts | | There are at least two other groups of constituents in bitter melon besides charantin—insulinlike peptides and alkaloids—that are reputed to have blood sugar-lowering effects. It's not completely clear which of the three is most effective or if they all work together. Nonetheless, science has pretty much confirmed the blood sugar-lowering action of the fresh juice of the unripe bitter melon.
Usually, the bitter-flavored unripe fruit is used as a vegetable. It can be cooked a number of different ways, including stir-fried, steamed, and curried. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  The first thing I did was to put in therapeutic doses of those that will help to regenerate the beta cells in the pancreas.
The bitter melon actually has an insulin-like effect. It is an extract, so you do not have a lot in there, but it is actually enough to get some insulin-like effect. The vanadium is the same. Vanadium has an insulin-like effect. If the insulin is not opening up the cells to allow the nutrients in, you will have an insulin resistance.
When that happens, using things like vanadium and bitter melon can be helpful. Frequently, a chromium problem gives you insulin resistance. |
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
See book keywords and concepts | | Historically, bitter melon has been used to treat a whole assortment of conditions ranging from common infections to diabetes. In China, India, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies, bitter melon is widely used for diabetics. It actually contains a number of compounds that have proven antidiabetic properties, including a compound known as charantin. According to the highly respected naturopath Dr. Michael Murray, charantin is more potent than the drug Tolbutamide, which has been used to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics. |
Marshall Editions
See book keywords and concepts |  Avoid deep-fried food, and eat less fatty and greasy foods since they also create heat in the body. bitter melon, watermelon, mung beans, tofu, radishes, and celery are all helpful foods to eat, as are foods that promote blood circulation throughout the body, such as black soybeans, brown sugar, chestnuts, peaches, and sweet basil.
Diet: Foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids are especially important for healthy skin and for preventing and treating stretch marks. | | Also, avoid deep-fried food, and eat less fatty and greasy foods, since they l_ create more heat. bitter melon, watermelon, adzuki beans, tofu, and radishes are also
CO good choices. DC
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Diet: Feed your child soft foods, since children with mumps have a hard time chewing. Soups and fruit juice ice pops can be soothing, and can be fed to a child throughout the day instead of solid food. Eliminate fats while the child is sick as they are extremely difficult to digest with this condition.
Supplements: Vitamin C supports the immune system and helps fight infection. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Active constituents
At least three different groups of constituents in bitter melon have been reported to have blood-sugar lowering actions of potential benefit in diabetes (page 152) mel-litus. These include a mixture of steroidal saponins known as charantin, insulin-like peptides, and alkaloids. It is still unclear which of these is most effective, or if all three work together. Some clinical trials have confirmed the benefit of bitter melon for people with diabetes. |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  This effect suggests that bitter melon may help slow down the progress of AIDS and other diseases in humans. I recendy learned that in San Francisco, there is a bitter melon Club organized by AIDS patients who are convinced that this herb, among other therapies, is helping to keep their disease in check. bitter melon has also been shown to inhibit the growth of cancerous tumors in animals, and it also holds great promise as a cancer treatment. Fresh bitter melon is available from Asian grocery stores and is also sold in extract and capsules. |
Andreas Moritz
See book keywords and concepts |  According to other research, diabetics also benefit from ground fenugreek, turmeric, ginger, bitter melon extract, bilberry extract and gymnema sylvestre extract; the latter has been shown to heal damaged pancreas cells.] Cinnamon has also been shown to lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels, and to prevent and improve heart disease.
More recent research shows that cinnamon does more than just ward off diabetes and heart disease. |
Tori Hudson, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Momordica charantia, or bitter melon, has been shown to have antiviral activity against both HSV 1 and 2 such that its effectiveness in vitro is not only greater than acyclovir, but it is also effective against acyclovir-resistant strains.38
Medicinal mushrooms are known for their antimicrobial activity against a number of microorganisms. Recent in vitro evidence suggests that fungal beta-glucans extracted from Pleurotus tuber-regium exerts its antiviral effect by binding to the virus, thereby preventing the infection of the host cells. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts |  The hypoglycemic effect is more pronounced in the fruit of bitter melon where these chemicals are found in greater abundance. clinical trials
Diabetes mellitus
The effect of Momordica charantia extracts on fasting and postprandial serum glucose levels were investigated in 100 cases of moderate non-insulin dependent diabetic subjects. Drinking of the aqueous homogenized suspension of the vegetable pulp led to significant reduction (p<0.001) of both fasting and postprandial serum glucose levels. This hypoglycemic action was observed in 86 cases. | | Blood samples of patient control and patient treatment groups were analyzed for NK cells percentage and P-glycoprotein level. bitter melon ingestion did not affect NK cell level but it did affect the decrease of P-gp level on NK cell membrane (Pongnikorn et al, 2003). indications and usage
Unproven Uses: viruses, colds and flu, cancer and tumors, high cholesterol, and psoriasis.
Probable Efficacy: diabetes. |
Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Bitter melon has been reported to lower fasting blood sugar.245 It may be helpful not as a substitute for standard diabetes medicines, but in addition to them. Careful blood sugar monitoring is necessary. Children and pregnant women should not take this herb, because it may be dangerous to them. Some children have died after eating the bright red seed coverings.
A family friend told us that bitter melon could help reduce blood sugar. We went to our local health food store and bought a bottle, and it seems to work! My husband takes metformin and glyburide for diabetes. |
Joseph E. Mario
See book keywords and concepts |  Bitter Melon contains SOD, Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids, Glutamic acid, Glutamine, and Arginine for nerve health, an aqueous extract (boil 100 grams fresh bitter melon in 200 ml. water until 1O0 ml. of water remain) relieves neurological pain onset, infectious neuritis, neuromuscular disorders, and slows cataracts' formation (5 grams pwd. Bitter Lemon, or 100 ml. extract 3 times daily); counters headache, colds, fever, malaria (bitter juice), malignant ulcers, leprosy; skin ailments, scabies, psoriasis; contains the H.I.V. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts | | MOMORDICA CHARANTIA
(See under bitter melon)
MORICIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Kudzu
(P. lobata may interfere with antiarrhythmic agents)
MORPHINE SULFATE
Yohimbe Bark (Potentiates effects of morphine)
NADOLOL
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Marshall Editions
See book keywords and concepts | | Choose coix seed, watermelon, mutton, bitter melon, and coriander. Other good foods to consider include celery, mung beans, spinach, carrots, peach, persimmon, banana, figs, papaya, and sesame oil. Drink at least eight glasses of fresh water a day.
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Some causes of bad breath include constant postnasal drip from sinusitis, alcoholism, kidney failure, diabetes, liver disease, and some medications. These should be dealt with by a doctor. If you have bad breath for more than a few days, your dental practitioner or doctor should be able to help. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Bitter melon has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information):
Rating
Health Concerns
Diabetes (page 152)
Indigestion (page 260)
Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies)
Being a relatively common food item, bitter melon was traditionally used for an array of conditions by people in tropical regions. Numerous infections (page 265), cancer (page 87), and diabetes (page 152) were among the most common conditions it has been purported to improve. |
Marshall Editions
See book keywords and concepts | | Diet: Generally, light, fresh food is recommended, such as turnips, celery, spinach, aubergine, purslane, wax gourd, bitter melon, and mung beans. Avoid eating ginger, chilies,
907 mustard greens, and mutton as they are pungent and irritating, and increase heat in the body and may make blisters worse.
NATUROPATHY
Prevention: It is important to minimize friction to prevent blisters from forming. For example, make sure your shoes are the right size and shape and that they fit properly. There should be a Y> inch space between your longest toe and the end of your shoe. | | Diet: Eat food that is gentle and strengthens the immune system, such as green vegetables, aubergines, radishes, mung beans, bitter melon, purslane, and pear. Green tea is also beneficial since it has a gentle cleansing effect. Avoid seafood, and fatty and spicy foods. Eat fresh vegetables and fruits such as cranberries, blueberries, bananas, red beans, and bamboo shoots.
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Diet: Eat two to three servings of brightly colored foods, such as carrots, berries, green vegetables, or squash, a day to soothe skin irritation and inflammation. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts | | When that happens, using things like vanadium and bitter melon can be helpful. Frequently, a chromium problem gives you insulin resistance. You do not have the chromium there to unlock the cell to allow the nutrients and the insulin to do their work. We put a lot of chromium in there. Each capsule in the human formula has 200 micrograms.
And this chromium is not a picolinate, because there has been research with chromium picolinate that shows that you can actually get genetic damage. It actually goes to the DNA, drops the chromium off and it can damage the gene. | | Those classic Indian herbs, the Gymnema sylvestre, the Pterocarpus marsupium, and not so much the bitter melon, but those first two are well known for regenerating the beta cells in the pancreas. They do not do it right away. In other words, it is a long-term therapy, and that is part of the problem with diabetes.
First, people do not know they have it. They do not feel it. It certainly is a major problem. They do not know their pancreas is not putting out enough insulin and that their beta cells are going south on them. | | You have some amazing ingredients like bitter melon extract. Wow, you normally do not see that in a pet formula. Can you talk about this product in terms of diabetes prevention?
Dr. Liers: Well actually, this product is identical to my human product, except it has liver flavor in it. It is a multi-dimensional product in the sense that when you talk about diabetes, there could be different causative factors and there could be different consequential factors. If someone is dealing with it right now, you want to deal with both of those, the causative and the consequential factors. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts | | The company, Fulllife Natural Options, was accused by the FDA of marketing an "unapproved drug" due to the truthful marketing claims that accurately describe the blood sugar lowering effects of the product's main ingredient: bitter melon fruits.
According to the Food and Drug Administration, there is no such thing as an herb, food or supplement that has any biological activity whatsoever on the human body (other than simply providing calories), and any person who dares to make such a claim is immediately considered to be in violation of the FDA's authority. | | From a scientific standpoint, there is absolutely no question that drinking bitter melon as a tea (or taking it as a supplement) helps regulate blood sugar. Cinnamon has a similar effect, as do many other herbs. These medicinal plants have been used for thousands of years to support human health. It is only in the last 75 years or so that western medicine has gained power over the industry and surreptitiously declared that all of the medicinal herbs used for thousands of years throughout human history are now suddenly inert or harmful. |
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