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Ampalaya (Bitter Melon) with a scientific name Momordica charantia, is a climbing vine and the tendrils of which grow up to 20 centimeters long. This herbal plant belongs to the family of Cucurbitaceae, and it is a tropical as well as a subtropical vine. Ampalaya leaves are heart-shaped, which are 5 to 10 centimeters in diameter. The fruits of the ampalaya vine are fleshy green with pointed ends at length. It can never be mistaken for any other variety because its ribbed and wrinkled surface had always been ampalaya's distinct physical structure. The bitter taste of the ampalaya fruit had also been the distinguishing factor from the rest of the fruits with medicinal value, and this is due to the presence of a substance known as momorcidin.
Ampalaya has been a folkloric cure for generations but has now been proven to be an effective herbal medicine for many aliments. Most significant of which is for Diabetes. The Philippine variety has proven to be most potent. Ampalaya contains a mixture of flavanoids and alkaloids make the Pancreas produce more insulin that controls the blood sugar in diabetics. Aside from Ampalaya's medicinal value, it is good source of vitamins A, B and C, iron, folic acid, phosphorous and calcium.
Ampalaya has been for used even by the Chinese for centuries. The effectively of Ampalaya as an herbal medicine has been tried and tested by many research clinics and laboratories worldwide. In the Philippines, the Department of Health has endorsed Ampalaya as an alternative medicine to help alleviate various ailments including diabetes, liver problems and even HIV. Aside from these, ampalaya also helps treat skin diseases and cough. Its herbal value extends to increasing the sterility of women, in parasiticide, antipyretic, and has purgative functions, as well. Note: In large dozes, pure Ampalaya juice can be a purgative and abortifacient.
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What is the English of the word ampalaya?
its balsam apple
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What is the English of ampalaya?
Ampalaya in English is "bitter gourd."
What is the English of the word ampalaya?
its balsam apple
Ano ang English ng ampalaya?
pwede rin' OKRA .!!
Is ampalaya fruit or vegetables?
ampalaya is a vegetable
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AMPALAYA
Is ampalaya leaves a dicot or monocot?
is ampalaya monocot?
What characteristic of ampalaya plants protect them from their enemies?
Ampalaya plants have a strong odor and bitter taste.
What is the best herb medicine to treat enlarged spleen?
i heard "ampalaya" is good for spleen and liver disorders. it's a vegetable.."ampalaya is what we call it here in the Philippines. In english: balsam apple, bitter gourd or bitter melon.
What is protective structure of ampalaya?
Ampalaya has a strong smell and a bitter taste.
How do you make ampalaya tea?
MATERIALS: casserole, cup, strainer, ampalaya leaves 1.) pick some leaves of ampalaya. 2.) wash it. 3.) boil a water in a casserole. 4.) when the water starts to boil; put the washed leaves of ampalaya in it. 5.) after 3-5 minutes, drain the ampalaya leaves ( don't throw the extract ) 6.) pour the extract to the cup for you to drink it.
How do you make ampalaya chips?
First cut the ampalaya into circular cut, and after cutting ampalaya , boil it for 2-3 mins. and after that, mix the flour and the cornstarch and dress the circular cut ampalaya with the flour and cornstarch, after dressing it , prepare a hot oil in the pan, deep the ampalaya until it colors golden brow, and serve it with a cheeze deep !((:
Is ampalaya is monocot or dicot?
is ampalaya monocot?
