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Bitter Melon

Bitter melon is a tropical fruit known for its potential to mimic insulin effects, reduce intestinal glucose absorption, & improve glycemic control, particularly in individuals with type 2 diabetes.

metabolicblood-sugaranti-diabeticanti-inflammatory
Evidence last reviewed: 05 Apr 2026
Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cardiovascular
LDL CholesterolTriglycerides
Metabolic
Blood GlucoseHbA1cBody WeightBMI
Evidence
5 records
blood-glucose
patients with type 2 diabetesRCT
PUBMEDModerate

Bitter melon significantly lowered fasting glucose levels compared to placebo.

Dose: 1000 mgDuration: 12 weeksForm: Extract
hba1c
adults with prediabetesRCT
PUBMEDModerate

High-dose bitter melon group showed a greater reduction in glycated hemoglobin compared to control.

Dose: 600 mgDuration: 12 weeksForm: Extract
body-weight
adults with obesityMeta-analysis
PUBMEDLow

No significant reductions in body weight or BMI were observed with bitter melon supplementation.

Dose: 1000 mgForm: Extract
lipid-profile
adults with dyslipidemiaSystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

Bitter melon consumption resulted in a significant decrease in plasma triglycerides & LDL cholesterol.

Dose: 1000 mgForm: Extract
blood-glucose
patients with type 2 diabetesReview
PUBMEDLow

Bitter melon has a moderate hypoglycemic effect, though studies were small & not randomized.

Dose: 1000 mgForm: Juice, Powder
Forms
Extract
Commonly used in studies for its concentrated active compounds.
Juice
Traditional form, though less standardized in dosing.
Powder
Dried and powdered form, often used in supplements.

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Bitter melon & gymnema sylvestre are combined to support metabolic health & weight management. Bitter melon helps regulate blood sugar levels, while gymnema sylvestre reduces sugar cravings & supports glucose metabolism.

Bitter Melon
1000mg
Gymnema Sylvestre
300mg
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