By Simran Verma
April 18, 2024
Bottle gourd juice is packed with essential nutrients like vitamins C and K. It keeps you hydrated and promotes healthy digestion.
Being low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, it aids in weight management and promoting heart health among many other health benefits.
However, improper handling and storage of bottle gourd juice can lead to bacterial contamination leading to severe food poisoning, with symptoms like vomiting, diarrhoea and even life-threatening complications.
It's essential to taste the raw bottle gourd before juicing to ensure it's safe for consumption.
Bitterness in the taste indicates the presence of toxic compounds, such as cucurbitacins, which can cause severe gastrointestinal distress if ingested.
Before juicing, cut a small slice and taste it to ensure it has a mild, neutral flavor. Any bitterness means it needs to be discarded immediately.
Alternatively, explore various additions like ginger & black pepper to counteract the cooling nature of bottle gourd juice.
By following the mentioned practices- tasting before juicing, and exploring alternative concoctions to balance its cooling nature, you can enjoy the goodness of bottle gourd juice while prioritising your health and well-being.
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