Bitter melon is a tropical vine whose warty, elongated green fruit is prized in TCM for its intensely bitter taste, which correlates to its qi-regulating and heat-clearing properties. It specifically targets the spleen and stomach to address blood sugar imbalance and eliminate damp-heat, making it a cornerstone remedy in traditional formulas for metabolic support.
fruit, leaf, seed
decoction, tea, powder, capsule
9–15g dried fruit daily as decoction; 1–3g powder in capsules or tea 2–3x daily
May cause hypoglycemia — monitor blood sugar closely. Avoid in pregnancy.
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