Comments on: Two Cheap Insulin Alternatives for Diabetes http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/ You know your FICO score, what about your heart rate? Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:31:50 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: Avner jos http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45603 Avner jos Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:27:03 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45603 Hi all, The first thing I would suggest to dibetes patients is if you can digest your food properly then you will not face this problem, now as per Ayurveda the digestion of food starts in your mouth not in stomach so chew the food (each bite) atleast 15 times you will break the sugar in your mouth so half the battle is won. Yes, the Bitter gourd (Karela in hindi) a native Indian sub continent vegetable is a common vegetable in any Indian home, known for its medicinal properties in tackling dibetes. Apart from this vegetable there are other two fruits namely Jamun (indian black berry) & Methi (fenugreek seeds. Try these three and a morning brisk walk for 40-45 minutes. Very effective in controling the sugar levels, as I have personally benifited Regards Hi all,

The first thing I would suggest to dibetes patients is if you can digest your food properly then you will not face this problem, now as per Ayurveda the digestion of food starts in your mouth not in stomach so chew the food (each bite) atleast 15 times you will break the sugar in your mouth so half the battle is won.
Yes, the Bitter gourd (Karela in hindi) a native Indian sub continent vegetable is a common vegetable in any Indian home, known for its medicinal properties in tackling dibetes. Apart from this vegetable there are other two fruits namely Jamun (indian black berry) & Methi (fenugreek seeds. Try these three and a morning brisk walk for 40-45 minutes. Very effective in controling the sugar levels, as I have personally benifited

Regards

]]> By: Caramoan http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45105 Caramoan Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:01:19 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45105 Diabetes can be prevented by just having a physically active lifestyle. Just exercise everyday and avoid eating too much. Avoid sweets and high carb foods too. Diabetes can be prevented by just having a physically active lifestyle. Just exercise everyday and avoid eating too much. Avoid sweets and high carb foods too.

]]> By: Anxietygirl http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45047 Anxietygirl Wed, 13 Jan 2010 07:51:28 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-45047 Most people get Diabetes because of the lack of exercise and overeating. We should be more aware of our lazy lifestyles and start exercising regulary to avoid Type II Diabetes. Most people get Diabetes because of the lack of exercise and overeating. We should be more aware of our lazy lifestyles and start exercising regulary to avoid Type II Diabetes.

]]> By: Watch Bleach http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44844 Watch Bleach Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:29:57 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44844 Hi, i just thought i'd post and let you that your blog looks a bit crazy on the Dinct browser. Anyhow keep up the good work. Hi, i just thought i’d post and let you that your blog looks a bit crazy on the Dinct browser. Anyhow keep up the good work.

]]> By: | Melatonin Supplement Information http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44835 | Melatonin Supplement Information Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:19:05 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44835 You can always manage Diabetes by proper diet and nutrition. Food supplements also help slow down some of the side effects of high blood sugar. ````` You can always manage Diabetes by proper diet and nutrition. Food supplements also help slow down some of the side effects of high blood sugar.
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]]> By: ~ Melatonin Sleep Aid http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44702 ~ Melatonin Sleep Aid Sun, 27 Sep 2009 07:16:50 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44702 the standard treatment for diabetes is Metformin but i also try to use alternative medicine in controlling diabetes. Alpha Lipoic Acid and Charantia seems to work well too against diabetes. the standard treatment for diabetes is Metformin but i also try to use alternative medicine in controlling diabetes. Alpha Lipoic Acid and Charantia seems to work well too against diabetes.

]]> By: | Acne Treatment and Medication http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44681 | Acne Treatment and Medication Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:03:36 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44681 Diabetes may finally have a cure through extensive stem cell research. But for now, diabetes can only be managed by drugs or food supplements that controls blood sugar. I take Alpha Lipoic acid and Chromium because they are helpful in regulating blood sugar. Diabetes may finally have a cure through extensive stem cell research. But for now, diabetes can only be managed by drugs or food supplements that controls blood sugar. I take Alpha Lipoic acid and Chromium because they are helpful in regulating blood sugar.

]]> By: Natural Treatment For Beautiful Complexion http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44654 Natural Treatment For Beautiful Complexion Sun, 06 Sep 2009 06:36:17 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44654 Nice article you may also line http://health-fitness-topics.blogspot.com/ Nice article you may also line

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]]> By: colon detox http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44604 colon detox Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:05:07 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44604 My dad has type 2 diabetes. He manages diabetes through Diet and Exercise and alo by taking food supplements like Alpha Lipoic acid which helps in preventing nerve damage. He also takes Chromium which helps in the regulation of blood sugar. My dad has type 2 diabetes. He manages diabetes through Diet and Exercise and alo by taking food supplements like Alpha Lipoic acid which helps in preventing nerve damage. He also takes Chromium which helps in the regulation of blood sugar.

]]> By: manny villanueva http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44585 manny villanueva Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:46:44 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44585 We have ampalaya capsules in the Philippines. Would like to help supply anyone interested. We have ampalaya capsules in the Philippines. Would like to help supply anyone interested.

]]> By: bob http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44573 bob Sun, 12 Jul 2009 22:17:28 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44573 You can get the bitter melon easy by taking bitter melon extract capsules.Its really lower your blood glucose. Im from Malaysia and its easy to find bitter melon extract here... If anybody interested with it please contact me puansiti@aol.com I will send it to anywhere in the worlds... You can get the bitter melon easy by taking bitter melon extract capsules.Its really lower your blood glucose.

Im from Malaysia and its easy to find bitter melon extract here…

If anybody interested with it please contact me puansiti@aol.com I will send it to anywhere in the worlds…

]]> By: healthynerd staff http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44557 healthynerd staff Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:39:27 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44557 Hi, Liz. Yes, it is perfectly fine to mix it with water or juice. Just make sure you remove the seeds, especially if you are pregnant. You can try it with salad dressings for your salad in case you get tired of the direct intake from the blender. Another convenient way is to take the pill form of bitter melon. What you need to look for is the % (percentage) of "Bitter Principles" at the back of the label. The higher the percentage concentration, the greater chances of glucose regulation. You may try the Nature's Herbs brand from iHerb: http://www.iherb.com/Nature-s-Herbs-Power-Herbs-Bitter-Melon-Power-60-Capsules/4314 We are offering a 5$ free coupon for your first iHerb purchase, just use the code MOL199 at checkout. Otherwise, you may look at other online stores like VitaCost or LuckyVitamin. Best of health! Hi, Liz. Yes, it is perfectly fine to mix it with water or juice. Just make sure you remove the seeds, especially if you are pregnant.

You can try it with salad dressings for your salad in case you get tired of the direct intake from the blender.

Another convenient way is to take the pill form of bitter melon. What you need to look for is the % (percentage) of “Bitter Principles” at the back of the label. The higher the percentage concentration, the greater chances of glucose regulation.

You may try the Nature’s Herbs brand from iHerb: http://www.iherb.com/Nature-s-Herbs-Power-Herbs-Bitter-Melon-Power-60-Capsules/4314 We are offering a 5$ free coupon for your first iHerb purchase, just use the code MOL199 at checkout.

Otherwise, you may look at other online stores like VitaCost or LuckyVitamin. Best of health!

]]> By: Liz http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44556 Liz Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:46:08 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-44556 Syed, thanks for the information. Rather than juicing, is it ok to put the raw bitter melon in a blender with a cup or 2 of water and then drink it? Syed, thanks for the information.

Rather than juicing, is it ok to put the raw bitter melon in a blender with a cup or 2 of water and then drink it?

]]> By: Giorgio http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-43385 Giorgio Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:11:57 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-43385 Does anyone have proof or references that Bitter Melon, actually is INSULIN. Ie Plant Insulin. Real references please. Does anyone have proof or references that Bitter Melon, actually is INSULIN. Ie Plant Insulin. Real references please.

]]> By: Syed http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42640 Syed Mon, 25 May 2009 04:40:38 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42640 Hey SIVA you are talking about A1C blood test but 150 - 200 blood sugar count using self home blood sugar testing kit for everyday blood sugar level testing. You appeared to have Type 2 Diabetes and here is what you need to do, take Bitter Mellon juice. Go to any Indian or Pakistani, Afghani grocer store they sell em. Take about 3 to 4 pieces cut em in half long, remove the seeds and extract juice in the juicer. 4 oz minimum before meal twice a day. No bread or white rice and definitely no processed or fried foods, no sugar products. You may be able to eat fruits such as Mango, Water Mellon, Orange etc, etc. A little bit of everything make sure do not load up a lot. As long as you avoid white rice and bread your blood sugar will be approx 100 or less with in minutes after taking the meal. Bitter Mellon also kills stomach worms, kills cancer cells, HIV cells, increases blood circulation, helps men with Impotancy and lower blood pressure. If Bitter Mellon is not available you may use Green Beans (String Beans) and Brussels Sprouts or Green Beans and Jerusalem Artichoke juice em at least 10 oz every morning empty stomach. Juice equally each vegetable. Hey SIVA you are talking about A1C blood test but 150 - 200 blood sugar count using self home blood sugar testing kit for everyday blood sugar level testing. You appeared to have Type 2 Diabetes and here is what you need to do, take Bitter Mellon juice. Go to any Indian or Pakistani, Afghani grocer store they sell em. Take about 3 to 4 pieces cut em in half long, remove the seeds and extract juice in the juicer. 4 oz minimum before meal twice a day. No bread or white rice and definitely no processed or fried foods, no sugar products. You may be able to eat fruits such as Mango, Water Mellon, Orange etc, etc. A little bit of everything make sure do not load up a lot. As long as you avoid white rice and bread your blood sugar will be approx 100 or less with in minutes after taking the meal. Bitter Mellon also kills stomach worms, kills cancer cells, HIV cells, increases blood circulation, helps men with Impotancy and lower blood pressure. If Bitter Mellon is not available you may use Green Beans (String Beans) and Brussels Sprouts or Green Beans and Jerusalem Artichoke juice em at least 10 oz every morning empty stomach. Juice equally each vegetable.

]]> By: kris jamel http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42579 kris jamel Sat, 23 May 2009 10:06:24 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42579 insulin tablets is the best of diabetes type 1 and type 2...you know from now. diabetes is no poblem Jesus is the answer.always hope. insulin tablets is the best of diabetes type 1 and type 2…you know from now. diabetes is no poblem Jesus is the answer.always hope.

]]> By: mike http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42578 mike Sat, 23 May 2009 10:00:19 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42578 thats true banana more insulin thats true banana more insulin

]]> By: juan http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42577 juan Sat, 23 May 2009 09:56:34 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42577 banana more insulin thats the real banana more insulin thats the real

]]> By: catriona annis http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42283 catriona annis Sun, 17 May 2009 23:17:58 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-42283 Denis Stewart, a natural therapist, who has type 2 diabetes, is a manufacturer and supplier of bitter melon powder. It can be used by the teaspoonful and I sprinkle it on my porridge along with cinnamon powder. His company is called southern cross herbals and is available in australia. no doubt he will send it overseas. there is a web page on it. i have had type 2 diabetes for 7 years and my BS readings are still in normal range. I also do 30 mins running/day on exercise machine. Denis Stewart, a natural therapist, who has type 2 diabetes, is a manufacturer and supplier of bitter melon powder. It can be used by the teaspoonful and I sprinkle it on my porridge along with cinnamon powder. His company is called southern cross herbals and is available in australia. no doubt he will send it overseas. there is a web page on it.

i have had type 2 diabetes for 7 years and my BS readings are still in normal range. I also do 30 mins running/day on exercise machine.

]]> By: SIVA http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-41536 SIVA Sat, 09 May 2009 01:16:34 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-41536 HAVE ALWAYS BEEN EATING BITTER GOURD FROM TH ETIME I WAS A KID. MY GRANDMOTHER SAID IT KILLS UNWANTED ELEMENTS IN THE BODY.AM GOING TO EAT MORE OF THIS VEGETABLE.I AM DIAGNOSED WITH DABETES WITH SUGAR COUNT OF 7.5. AM TOLD THE DESIRABLE LEVEL IS 3 TO 4.SO WHAT ARE YOU GUYS TALKING ABOUT 150 AND 200? WHAT MEASURE IS IT? HAVE ALWAYS BEEN EATING BITTER GOURD FROM TH ETIME I WAS A KID. MY GRANDMOTHER SAID IT KILLS UNWANTED ELEMENTS IN THE BODY.AM GOING TO EAT MORE OF THIS VEGETABLE.I AM DIAGNOSED WITH DABETES WITH SUGAR COUNT OF 7.5. AM TOLD THE DESIRABLE LEVEL IS 3 TO 4.SO WHAT ARE YOU GUYS TALKING ABOUT 150 AND 200? WHAT MEASURE IS IT?

]]> By: Humlo McThayus http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-41133 Humlo McThayus Sat, 02 May 2009 00:11:54 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-41133 Hi, I am an insulin dependant diabetic and live in the South of Ireland, can anyone point me to a supplier of bitter Melons in Ireland, or can someone supply me with a pure powdered bitter Melons and is there a European equivalant for the Bitter melon. Hi, I am an insulin dependant diabetic and live in the South of Ireland, can anyone point me to a supplier of bitter Melons in Ireland, or can someone supply me with a pure powdered bitter Melons and is there a European equivalant for the Bitter melon.

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]]> By: Jean http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-34478 Jean Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:26:19 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-34478 Hi Dave & Rachel...try the bitter melon...it works...I am sure it works...No harm trying. I am currently a student of Pharmacy in Volgograd state medical university, Russian Federation. I am from Malaysia, doing research in this plant & introducing the benefits of it to the Russians! Hi Dave & Rachel…try the bitter melon…it works…I am sure it works…No harm trying. I am currently a student of Pharmacy in Volgograd state medical university, Russian Federation. I am from Malaysia, doing research in this plant & introducing the benefits of it to the Russians!

]]> By: DAve http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-34294 DAve Mon, 09 Mar 2009 02:04:15 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-34294 I am Type 2 inslin dependent take shots twice daily will bitter melon help control my sugar a little better. May reduce my inslin intake I am Type 2 inslin dependent take shots twice daily will bitter melon help control my sugar a little better. May reduce my inslin intake

]]> By: rachel http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33884 rachel Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:26:26 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33884 my bsl have been in the upper 300 my friend from india told me about karela and even brought me some. he swears by it and all the benefits it brings.He told me to peel the skin away quarter it and let sit over night in water and drink in the morning. Any thoughts or suggestions. my bsl have been in the upper 300 my friend from india told me about karela and even brought me some. he swears by it and all the benefits it brings.He told me to peel the skin away quarter it and let sit over night in water and drink in the morning. Any thoughts or suggestions.

]]> By: Satjit Singh http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33267 Satjit Singh Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:44:40 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33267 The best medicine for Diabetics is raw Bitter melon, or bitter gaurd, India Name KARELA. Slice it raw lenth wise in two pieces, then microwave for 2 minutes. Stuff mith anything and eat. The best medicine for Diabetics is raw Bitter melon, or bitter gaurd, India Name KARELA. Slice it raw lenth wise in two pieces, then microwave for 2 minutes. Stuff mith anything and eat.

]]> By: HKLNDN http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33046 HKLNDN Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:54:33 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-33046 Hi: I currently live in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia (I'm American) and have been fascinated by bitter gourd ever since hearing about it from a friend in town. It is used frequently in curries and vegetable stir fries where it can lose its value by being overcooked and drowned in oil. It is great to use to make a simple soup with bitter gourd, spinach, red bell pepper, squash, onion, hot chiles, rice vinegar, and jaggery (pure palm sugar) and/or carrots to reduce the bitterness. Any other veggies that sound good could be added as well. I grind everything up in the food processor and heat to a light simmer and turn off to preserve the vitamins. Delicious and healthy. Bitter gourd is also very good for cleansing the kidneys and liver. Enjoy! Hi: I currently live in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia (I’m American) and have been fascinated by bitter gourd ever since hearing about it from a friend in town. It is used frequently in curries and vegetable stir fries where it can lose its value by being overcooked and drowned in oil. It is great to use to make a simple soup with bitter gourd, spinach, red bell pepper, squash, onion, hot chiles, rice vinegar, and jaggery (pure palm sugar) and/or carrots to reduce the bitterness. Any other veggies that sound good could be added as well. I grind everything up in the food processor and heat to a light simmer and turn off to preserve the vitamins. Delicious and healthy. Bitter gourd is also very good for cleansing the kidneys and liver. Enjoy!

]]> By: Cleo http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-27979 Cleo Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:20:29 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-27979 Thank you very much for the info. i have a bgl of 440 and am threatened with permanenet dependence upon insulin injections. I will try the bitter melon, cactus and (I am told) brussel sprouts. Thanks for giving me hope Thank you very much for the info. i have a bgl of 440 and am threatened with permanenet dependence upon insulin injections. I will try the bitter melon, cactus and (I am told) brussel sprouts.

Thanks for giving me hope

]]> By: Margie Secord http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-27801 Margie Secord Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:07:25 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-27801 the best way to take Bitter Mellon for medication is to eat it Raw. It's bitter, but no after taste. I juice it, put dash of salt. Or cut it as desirreable, remove the seeds, eat it with salad dressing of your choise. If you want to cook it, cook it(stir fry or grill) quickly, so it still crunchy. Eat fresh is better. I only cook of one day of 2 servings maximum. But I now prefer eat it fresh or drink the juice. Good luck. the best way to take Bitter Mellon for medication is to eat it Raw. It’s bitter, but no after taste. I juice it, put dash of salt. Or cut it as desirreable, remove the seeds, eat it with salad dressing of your choise. If you want to cook it, cook it(stir fry or grill) quickly, so it still crunchy. Eat fresh is better. I only cook of one day of 2 servings maximum. But I now prefer eat it fresh or drink the juice.
Good luck.

]]> By: Heidi http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-25114 Heidi Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:46:52 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-25114 Hello Everyone, bitter melon is number one favorite veggie of mine.My iron is very low, calcuim is low.. etc.My blood pressure got too low. I forgot living in Canada, never think of bitter melon as my daily vegetables as I don't see them in a small town grocery stores usually, until I realized talking to my mother, bitter melon is the best medicine when we grew up in the Philippines. Grandmother had them in our garden and cook it like mushrooms.I now make a trip to the bigger cities to buy bitter melons like at Superstore,Lob Laws,Whole Sale Store they often have them.And tons in the Chinese grocery stores (T&T) and just found out tons of them at the East Indian grocery stores.Any Asians stores. The picture above is yet the very best, I guess as my grandmother said the bitter it is - is the best yet! How I cook?, if no time to stir fry, I grill it just to soften it, remove the seeds,slice, squeeze with little salt(once,if too better for you do it more) to get rid of the bitterness, then add little venigar,onions, hot pepper if you like and serve.(just like a salad) very delicious. Another thing: Stir fry with beef,or eggs, very good. The Philippine dish is Penakbet with eggs,shirmp paste,okra,beef,squash,onions,etc. Really delicious. Good Luck! Hello Everyone, bitter melon is number one favorite veggie of mine.My iron is very low, calcuim is low.. etc.My blood pressure got too low. I forgot living in Canada, never think of bitter melon as my daily vegetables as I don’t see them in a small town grocery stores usually, until I realized talking to my mother, bitter melon is the best medicine when we grew up in the Philippines. Grandmother had them in our garden and cook it like mushrooms.I now make a trip to the bigger cities to buy bitter melons like at Superstore,Lob Laws,Whole Sale Store they often have them.And tons in the Chinese grocery stores (T&T) and just found out tons of them at the East Indian grocery stores.Any Asians stores.
The picture above is yet the very best, I guess as my grandmother said the bitter it is - is the best yet!
How I cook?, if no time to stir fry, I grill it just to soften it, remove the seeds,slice, squeeze with little salt(once,if too better for you do it more) to get rid of the bitterness, then add little venigar,onions, hot pepper if you like and serve.(just like a salad) very delicious.
Another thing: Stir fry with beef,or eggs, very good.
The Philippine dish is Penakbet with eggs,shirmp paste,okra,beef,squash,onions,etc. Really delicious.
Good Luck!

]]> By: MotherHelp http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-22585 MotherHelp Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:55:05 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-22585 Please help My mother suger level is alway very high please help where can I find bitter Melon in USA especially in Oklahoma State. Please help My mother suger level is alway very high please help where can I find bitter Melon in USA especially in Oklahoma State.

]]> By: vgn http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-14982 vgn Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:56:02 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-14982 ghjghjghjghj ghjghjghjghj

]]> By: Varma http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-14976 Varma Tue, 30 Sep 2008 21:58:27 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-14976 Go to any Indian Grocery store, or some thing like Laos, Thiland, Burma or similar stores. If You cook it on low heat with Olive Oil...it taste great and its not even bitter. Good Luck. Go to any Indian Grocery store, or some thing like Laos, Thiland, Burma or similar stores. If You cook it on low heat with Olive Oil…it taste great and its not even bitter. Good Luck.

]]> By: David http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-12026 David Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:09:22 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-12026 Hi, Im interrested in the bitter melon and other remedies for diabetes. I live in Sweden. Does anyone know where I can get hold of them around here? Hi, Im interrested in the bitter melon and other remedies for diabetes. I live in Sweden. Does anyone know where I can get hold of them around here?

]]> By: Arthur http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11849 Arthur Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:41:47 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11849 Thank you so much for the life enhancing data.Diabetes is a slow killer.Am gonna pass word round of this wonder plant.Thank you. Arthur Thank you so much for the life enhancing data.Diabetes is a slow killer.Am gonna pass word round of this wonder plant.Thank you.
Arthur

]]> By: S Nuckcheddy http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11772 S Nuckcheddy Sat, 17 May 2008 09:37:12 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11772 It's more like a question than a reply. 2 hours after light dinner (taken at 7 p.m.) I went for 90 minutes moderate walk after which my blood sugar level read 102. I didn't take any thing to eat or drink except some water. In the morning, still fasting, my blood sugar level read 151. I am not taking any medication so far. Is there a way of reducing this blood sugar level below 100 without pharmaceutical medication. I really fear those medication steps. Thanks for a response It’s more like a question than a reply.

2 hours after light dinner (taken at 7 p.m.) I went for 90 minutes moderate walk after which my blood sugar level read 102. I didn’t take any thing to eat or drink except some water. In the morning, still fasting, my blood sugar level read 151. I am not taking any medication so far. Is there a way of reducing this blood sugar level below 100 without pharmaceutical medication. I really fear those medication steps.

Thanks for a response

]]> By: Surendra Mohnot http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11574 Surendra Mohnot Tue, 08 Apr 2008 15:56:30 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11574 Another important and effective way to reduce serum glucose level is to eat Jamun (Syzgium cumini) fruit and take a spoonful of powder of its dried seed (fruit-stone). Jambul or Jamun or Jamblang is an evergreen tropical tree in the flowering plant family Myrtaceae, native to India, Pakistan and Indonesia. It is also grown in other areas of southern and southeastern Asia including the Philippines, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. The tree was also introduced to Florida, USA in 1911 by the USDA, and is also now commonly planted in Suriname. In Brazil, where it was introduced from India during Portuguese colonization, it has dispersed spontaneously in the wild in some places, as its fruits are eagerly sought by various native birds such as thrushes, tanagers and the Great Kiskadee. Another important and effective way to reduce serum glucose level is to eat Jamun (Syzgium cumini) fruit and take a spoonful of powder of its dried seed (fruit-stone).

Jambul or Jamun or Jamblang is an evergreen tropical tree in the flowering plant family Myrtaceae, native to India, Pakistan and Indonesia. It is also grown in other areas of southern and southeastern Asia including the Philippines, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. The tree was also introduced to Florida, USA in 1911 by the USDA, and is also now commonly planted in Suriname. In Brazil, where it was introduced from India during Portuguese colonization, it has dispersed spontaneously in the wild in some places, as its fruits are eagerly sought by various native birds such as thrushes, tanagers and the Great Kiskadee.

]]> By: rangarajan http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11436 rangarajan Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:19:55 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11436 I am diabetic with varied reading from 160 to 240 2hrs after meals.when I take Gemer 1mg prescribed, the reading will be 150. I am very confident to keep the glucose level normal by taking bitter melon.Small round shaped one will be more beneficial ,pl confirm. I am diabetic with varied reading from 160 to 240 2hrs after meals.when I take Gemer 1mg prescribed, the reading will be 150. I am very confident to keep the glucose level normal by taking bitter melon.Small round shaped one will be more beneficial ,pl confirm.

]]> By: Hector Reyes Jr. http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11416 Hector Reyes Jr. Tue, 18 Mar 2008 03:33:07 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11416 I am very interested in the fasting physiopathology of Nopal. Where can I find out more? The literature states that pectin among other fibers form a paste inside the intestines to slow the absorption of carbohydrates yet also lowers fasting glucose as well... How!! I am very interested in the fasting physiopathology of Nopal. Where can I find out more? The literature states that pectin among other fibers form a paste inside the intestines to slow the absorption of carbohydrates yet also lowers fasting glucose as well… How!!

]]> By: S.Lakshminarayanan http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11012 S.Lakshminarayanan Sat, 23 Feb 2008 15:22:26 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-11012 We are chennai based food products manufacturer. We focus the Diebatics to provide a host of products with high fiber, rich in Preotein & Nil Cholestrol.It is available in Chennai. They are 1. EASY WHEAT IDLY 2. EASY RAGI DOSAI 3. EASY WHEAT DHAL ADAI DOSAI 4. EASY MEITHI DOSAI ( FENUGREEK) 5. EASY MEITHI ROTI ( FENUGREEK) All products are in powder form has a shelf life of 12 months. 100 %vegetarian. HOTCHILLI - 044-9380244480 / 044- 9952992676 We are chennai based food products manufacturer.
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]]> By: Vee http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-10962 Vee Sun, 17 Feb 2008 11:25:23 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-10962 In response to the post above: Hi, Rose! In answer to your question, try the Nutri Centre in London. They will be able to help you. Best wishes http://www.lasting-weight-loss.com In response to the post above:

Hi, Rose!

In answer to your question, try the Nutri Centre in London.

They will be able to help you.

Best wishes
http://www.lasting-weight-loss.com

]]> By: rose http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-10256 rose Fri, 18 Jan 2008 23:06:04 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-10256 I have p.c.o syndrome and am trying to get pregnant, one reason for pco can be insulin resistance. Any ideas? I also live in England and have no idea where to get theses things. thanks I have p.c.o syndrome and am trying to get pregnant, one reason for pco can be insulin resistance. Any ideas? I also live in England and have no idea where to get theses things. thanks

]]> By: Suresh http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-8280 Suresh Thu, 29 Nov 2007 16:32:41 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-8280 Thanks for sharing the info. Thanks for sharing the info.

]]> By: Iris Siu http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-7171 Iris Siu Thu, 01 Nov 2007 13:34:35 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-7171 Hazel: Bitter melon is sold everywhere in Vancouver, BC, especially in the Chinese grocery. It's cheap in Crystal Mall in Burnaby too. It's about 1.70 a pound. It is a popular dish in the Chinese restaurant. My husband often orders it when dine out. Bitter melon (sliced or diced , softened by boiling)cooked with beef(sliced thin,seasoned with soy sauce, starch, sugar ), preserved black bean, and minced garlic. Now I don't stir fry with cooking oil any more. I just add little water when cooking(half cup of water). when everything is cooked I add one to two table spoon of extra virgin olive to the beef and bitter melon, just like adding olive oli to salad . The bitter melon tastes even better the next day. Let bitter melon( food) be your medicine. My dog loves it too. Hazel:
Bitter melon is sold everywhere in Vancouver, BC, especially in the Chinese grocery. It’s cheap in Crystal Mall in Burnaby too. It’s about 1.70 a pound.
It is a popular dish in the Chinese restaurant. My husband often orders it when dine out.
Bitter melon (sliced or diced , softened by boiling)cooked with beef(sliced thin,seasoned with soy sauce, starch, sugar ), preserved black bean, and minced garlic.
Now I don’t stir fry with cooking oil any more. I just add little water when cooking(half cup of water). when everything is cooked I add one to two table spoon of extra virgin olive to the beef and bitter melon, just like adding olive oli to salad . The bitter melon tastes even better the next day. Let bitter melon( food) be your medicine. My dog loves it too.

]]> By: Hazel Balcaen http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-7109 Hazel Balcaen Tue, 30 Oct 2007 14:25:47 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-7109 I live in a small town near Prince George BC Canada. Where can I buy " bitter mellon ? I live in a small town near Prince George BC Canada. Where can I buy ”

bitter mellon ?

]]> By: Lois Widly http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-4913 Lois Widly Thu, 07 Jun 2007 08:08:13 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-4913 Where can recipes be found using bitter mellon We put it in a blender and added grape juice. Not too bad Where can recipes be found using bitter mellon
We put it in a blender and added grape juice. Not too bad

]]> By: Dr.B.Saraswathy B.S.M.S.,M.D., http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2530 Dr.B.Saraswathy B.S.M.S.,M.D., Thu, 17 May 2007 11:29:44 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2530 all diabetic patients should eat bitter melon(pagar kai) it greatly reduce the serum glucose level. all diabetic patients should eat bitter melon(pagar kai)
it greatly reduce the serum glucose level.

]]> By: Sheik Md Jalal Uddin http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2524 Sheik Md Jalal Uddin Sun, 13 May 2007 14:14:29 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2524 I am suffering from dabetics. Is rice ok for diabete ? How measure ? I am suffering from dabetics.
Is rice ok for diabete ?
How measure ?

]]> By: cordel barker http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2522 cordel barker Sat, 12 May 2007 14:35:49 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-2522 thank you for this chance to say that i have heard of bitter melon since i was small, now i understand the importance of this fruit. i live in canada and this almost unheard of. once again i thank you,now if you could send me any imformation where it is sold i will be very happy. thank you for this chance to say that i have heard of bitter melon since i was small, now i understand the importance of this fruit. i live in canada and this almost unheard of. once again i thank you,now if you could send me any imformation where it is sold i will be very happy.

]]> By: mohd hafiz bin jalaluddin http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-864 mohd hafiz bin jalaluddin Tue, 03 Apr 2007 03:45:40 +0000 http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/08/02/bitter-melon-prickly-pear-cactus-reduce-glucose-levels-of-type-2-diabetics/#comment-864 i'm from malaysia and lunch PRIA CAFE,coffe mixed with bitter melon. if you want to be dealer just contect me at honggagah@yahoo.com i’m from malaysia and lunch PRIA CAFE,coffe mixed with bitter melon.
if you want to be dealer just contect me at honggagah@yahoo.com

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