Bitter Gourd Powder

Bitter Gourd Powder is made from the dried fruit of Momordica charantia, known in India as karela. This knobbly green vegetable is famous for its sharp bitterness and for its long use in Indian, Chinese and other traditional systems in formulations associated with healthy blood sugar levels.

Arizone International supplies Bitter Gourd Powder for Ayurvedic and nutraceutical manufacturers, herbal juice and drink-mix brands, food companies, wholesalers and exporters.

India's Bitter Vegetable

Bitter gourd is a climbing vine of the gourd family, grown throughout India and much of Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Indian cooks turn it into karela sabzi, stuffed bharwa karela and chips, often rubbing the slices with salt first to reduce the bitterness. Karela juice, taken early in the morning, is one of the best known traditional home practices in India for people watching their blood sugar.

For powder, fresh bitter gourds are washed, sliced, dried at controlled temperatures and milled. The seeds may be included or removed depending on the specification, and whole-fruit powder is the most common form.

What Bitter Gourd Contains

• CharantinA mixture of plant steroids that has been studied for its effect on blood glucose.
• Polypeptide-pAn insulin-like peptide found in the fruit and seeds.
• Cucurbitane TriterpenoidsIncluding momordicosides, which contribute to the bitter taste.
• VicineFound mainly in the seeds.
• Vitamins, Minerals and FibreIncluding vitamin C, folate and potassium.

Applications

• Capsules, tablets and churnas for metabolic wellness
• Herbal blends with jamun, gurmar, methi and neem
• Instant karela juice and drink mixes
• Herbal teas
• Functional foods and seasonings
• Raw material for bitter gourd extract
• Private label Ayurvedic ranges

Some clinical studies have explored bitter gourd for blood sugar support, with mixed results. Products should be positioned as supplements that support a healthy lifestyle, not as a replacement for medical treatment.

Safety Notes

Bitter gourd may lower blood sugar, so people taking diabetes medicines or insulin should monitor their levels and consult a doctor. It is not recommended during pregnancy, as it has traditionally been linked with effects on the uterus, or for young children. The seeds contain vicine, which can trigger problems in people with G6PD deficiency. Large amounts may cause stomach upset.

Quality Parameters

• Whole fruit or seedless specification
• Colour (green is preferred) and bitterness
• Moisture and particle size
• Charantin content where specified
• Pesticide residues, as bitter gourd is a heavily sprayed vegetable crop
• Microbiology and heavy metals

Packaging and Storage

Bitter Gourd Powder is packed in food-grade, moisture-proof bags. Store in a cool, dry place away from light.

Tips for Buyers and Formulators

Bitter gourd powder is very bitter, so capsules or coated tablets suit most products. Keep packs sealed and dry, and ask for microbiology results.

Tell us your mesh size and quantity so we can suggest the right grade for capsules, tablets or blends.

Why Choose Arizone International?

We are an India-based supplier and exporter of herbal and vegetable powders. We supply Bitter Gourd Powder with pesticide and microbiology testing and full export documentation.

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