Snake Gourd-God given medicine... Benefits of eating Snake Gourd

Snake Gourd also known as Potlakaya in Telugu has many benefits. Eating a Snake gourd filled with nutrients results in good health. Intake of Snake Gourd decoction decreases the effects of fever. Gourd is said to have the effect of reducing any fever that raises internal body temperature such as bleeding, fever or nausea and diarrhoea.

People who suffer from obesity have problems with over eating on a daily basis. They can take a glass of Snake Gourd juice daily which helps in reducing the weight. It controls hunger, helps dissolve fat and also increases immunity.

Eating Snake gourd results in decrease of cholesterol levels.  Gourds have anti-inflammatory characteristics. Therefore, the swelling and pain in the body will decrease and these are also beneficial for the people with joint pains. Gourds also contain many types of minerals, including vitamins A, B6, C and E. They are high in Fibers, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Iron, Manganese, Iodine. These provide nutrition.

People with jaundice need to eat light and easily digestible foods. The combination of coriander and snake gourd leaves is highly effective in treating jaundice. It can also lower blood pressure by regulating the nervous system.

Snake Gourd has the best nutritional value than other vegetables. People eat these in various forms of curries which are cooked in different ways. However, most people do not like to eat gourds. But with these comes amazing health benefits. It can prevent diseases like cancer. Diabetes can also be controlled. Digestive problems can be reduced. Gastric problems and acidity can also be cured. Vitamins and minerals in gourds can help tremendously in reducing stress and heart related pain. Taking 1-2 teaspoons of gourd juice every morning will give a better result in improving bowel movements.