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Health and Goodness in Nature: Karela and Coconut water

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Bitter gourd or karela is a vegetable with numerous health benefits. It is a rich source of vitamin B1, B2, B3, and C. It also contains manganese, magnesium, zinc, folate and phosphorous. It has a high amount of dietary fiber. Some of the benefits of karela in your diet are listed below: ✓        It is an effective remedy for respiratory ailments like asthma, cough, cold, sneezing etc. ✓        It fights against infections and improves the immune system. ✓        It has an insulin-like protein called polypeptide P which lowers the blood sugar level in diabetes patients. ✓        It helps in curing skin problems like acne, blemishes and deep skin infections. ✓        It cures indigestion and constipation, as it contains dietary fiber. ✓        It prevents heart ailments, by keeping the cholesterol levels in control. ✓        It contains antioxidants, that boosts your metabolism and helps you lose weight. ✓        Its antimicrobial properties purify your blood by r