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Bitter Gourd is my family’s favorite. Both my children like it very much, which is rare for most people. Bitter gourd is not necessarily bitter. If one knows the way of cooking it, bitter gourd is bittersweet instead of bitter. Stop adding refined sugar to make it bittersweet. The trick is to make sure you add bitter gourd to a boiling pot or hot pan. Also, the combination of bitter gourd with certain ingredients will enhance the bittersweetness of the gourd.
Bitter gourd is a rich source of antioxidants and polyphenol compounds with the ability to lower inflammation in the body. Some experts believe it also helps in lowering bad cholesterol levels, thus reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. It strengthens the immune system, improves respiratory health, boosts skin health, contains anti-ageing properties and improves metabolism.