Karela juice is a juice made from bitter gourd or bitter melon, a vegetable that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. Bitter gourd is known for its bitter taste and is considered to be a highly nutritious vegetable. Karela juice is made by extracting the juice from the bitter gourd and can be consumed either fresh or in the form of a supplement.
Health benefits of Karela juice:
- Helps in managing diabetes by regulating blood sugar levels
- Boosts immunity and helps in fighting infections
- Aids in digestion and helps in managing constipation
- Helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and aiding in fat metabolism
- Improves skin health by preventing acne and other skin problems
- Reduces cholesterol levels and helps in managing heart health
- Acts as a natural detoxifier and helps in eliminating toxins from the body
- Improves liver function and helps in managing liver diseases
Diseases that can be managed or prevented by consuming Karela juice:
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Skin problems
- Digestive disorders
- Liver diseases
- Heart diseases
- Immune system disorders
Table of Energy and Macronutrient Content (50g) of Karela Juice:
| Nutrient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Energy | 10 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 2.2 g |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Water | 45 g |
Vitamin Content (50g) of Karela Juice:
| Vitamin | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 37 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 19.2 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.7 mcg |
| Folate | 4 mcg |
| Biotin | 0 mcg |
Table of Mineral Content (50g) of Karela Juice:
| Mineral | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 12 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Iodine | 0 mcg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 12 mg |
| Potassium | 157 mg |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
| Chloride | 0 mg |
| Copper | 0.01 mg |
| Chromium | 0 mcg |
| Fluoride | 0 mcg |
| Molybdenum | 0 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 mcg |