Many more learn to live with it for its medicinal values. It is regularly included in the menu in many households and mothers coax their young ones to eat at least a small quantity of it for its goodness. Bitter gourd is good for eyes and liver. It improves digestion and kills stomach worms.
People suffering from asthma can benefit by including it in their menu.
One or two teaspoons of its juice taken on empty stomach can control diabetes effectively. Here below are a few recipes - simple and palatable. Cut onions into medium size pieces. Heat oil in a pan with a thick bottom or a wok. Fry the bitter gourd pieces for about 5 minutes on a medium flame.