Bitter melon grows mainly in tropical climates such as South America, the Caribbean, some parts of Africa and Asia. It is rich in Vitamin C, folate, and potassium, also there are some studies suggesting that it's beneficial for diabetes treatments.
In Yakuzen, bitter melon is a cold-natured food, meaning that it clears excess heat in your body. It's a great vegetable to have during summer.

Nature – Cold（寒）
Channels – Heart (心), Spleen (脾), Stomach (胃)
Flavor – Bitter (苦)

How does bitter melon help you?

1. Clear liver heat and relieve eye problems
2. Clear excess heat and relieve thirst

Good for the following symptoms

1. Thirst
2. Excessive sweating
3. Prevention of heatstroke
4. Red eyes caused by heat
5. Pimples
6. Mouth ulcers due to excessive heat

Japanese home dishes with bitter melon

1. Goya No Tamago Itame (Bitter melon stir fry with pork and egg)
   Benefits - Clear heat in your body and relieve thirst / Nourish kidneys and yin and increase energy / Moisten organs and relieve constipation

Main ingredients
Bitter melon, egg, pork, tomato, soy sauce, sake, and black pepper.

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Cautions

It's very important to know about your body conditions before choosing foods.
Do not eat too much of particular foods at once.
Do not eat the foods you are allergic to.
There are foods to avoid if you are pregnant / have a disease. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen.