Bitter Melon Powder By Banyan Botanicals Overview & Drug Interactions
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Supplement: Bitter Melon Powder by Banyan Botanicals
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Below is a list of the 'active' ingredients listed on the supplement label for this product.
For a list of 'other ingredients', such as fillers, please see the 'Label Information' section on this page.
Bitter Melon
Bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd or karela, is a tropical fruit native to Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. It is a long, green fruit with a bumpy exterior and flesh that is pale green or white in color. In traditional medicine, bitter melon is purported to have a number of health benefits. It is a rich source of antioxidants and has been historically used as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments, including diabetes, asthma, and immune conditions.
See More Information Regarding Bitter Melon| Ingredient Group | Bitter Melon |
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| Category | botanical |
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Label Information
Supplement Facts:
| Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s): | Adults and children 4 or more years of age |
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| Minimum serving Sizes: |
0.5 Teaspoon(s)
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| Maximum serving Sizes: |
0.5 Teaspoon(s)
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| Servings per container | 206 |
| UPC/BARCODE | 618192073124 |
| Ingredient | Amount per Serving | Group | % DV, Adults & children 4+ years |
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| Bitter Melon |
0.5 Teaspoon(s)
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Bitter Melon |
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| Other Ingredients: |
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Label Statments:
| Formula |
- Momordica charantia
- Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) is a vegetable known for the bitter flavor it brings to traditional meals around the world. In its powdered form, Bitter Melon is used as an herb to maintain balanced blood sugar. Also known as karela, this bumpy bitter gourd is related to the cucumber, and it is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa where it has been used in culinary dishes and herbal formulas for thousands of years. In Ayurveda, Bitter Melon is renowned for its ability to help maintain normal blood sugar levels and support a healthy pancreas by promoting normal glucose metabolism. The bitter taste that is prevalent in Bitter Melon helps to clear excess kapha and stimulate the digestive fires without aggravating pitta or vata.
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| Formulation |
- Organic Ayurvedic herbs
- Non GMO
- Certified Organic by New Mexico Department of Agriculture
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| General Statements |
- Supporting your Ayurvedic lifestyle
- Maintains normal blood glucose metabolism
Supports a healthy heart and circulatory system
Supports balanced blood sugar levels already within the normal range
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| FDA Statement of Identity |
- Dietary Supplement
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| Seals/Symbols |
- Non GMO Project Verified
nongmoproject.org
- USDA Organic
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| Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions |
- Suggested use: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon with warm water, once or twice daily, or as directed by your health practitioner.
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| Precautions |
- If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, please consult with your health care practitioner prior to the use of this product.
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| FDA Disclaimer Statement |
- These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Brand Information
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| Manufacturer | |
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| Name | Banyan Botanicals |
| City | Albuquerque |
| State | NM |
| Country | USA |
| ZipCode | 87113 |
| Phone Number | 1-800-953-6424 |
| Web Address | www.banyanbotanicals.com |
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