IVY GOURD/ "KOVAKKAI"/ TENDLI

Ivy gourd is rich in beta-carotene, a major source of Vitamin A, which is essential for good eye-sight. it also has Vitamin C, which helps prevent cold, is needed to absorb iron from our food. It is also a good source of proteins & fibre.

In traditional medicine, the fruits have been used to treat leprosy, fever, asthma, bronchitis & jaundice.
Consuming 50 gm of Ivy gourd every day, could keep your blood sugar under control. Some research also say that it is an anti-oxidant, anti-hypoglycaemic agent & immune system modulator.
The fruit is also known to have anti-histamine properties. The leaves are used as poultice in treating skin eruptions.

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