AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Carbohydrate metabolism support; Digestive support
Who it may fit
Adults who want plant-based support for balanced carbohydrate intake and those seeking a simple, twice-daily herbal routine.
Key actives per serving
- Bitter melon extract (fruit) (Momordica charantia) (2.5% bitters): 250 mg
- Bitter melon powder (stem) (3% bitters): 410 mg
How to take
Adults take 1 caplet twice daily after meals; taking after food may support tolerance of bitter components.
Diet / Allergen fit
Non-GMO Project Verified; USDA Organic; Gluten Free; Vegan friendly; No Wheat; No Corn; No Soy; No Dairy; No ingredients of animal origin
Ingredients explained
Bitter melon extract (fruit) (Momordica charantia) (2.5% bitters)
Bitter melon fruit extract provides charantin and related triterpenoids that may influence glucose handling by supporting insulin signaling and cellular glucose uptake.
Caution: May affect blood sugar; monitor how you feel, especially if you manage carbohydrate intake or use products that influence glucose.
Bitter melon powder (stem) (3% bitters)
Bitter melon stem powder supplies bitter triterpenes and alkaloids that may stimulate digestive secretions and support carbohydrate metabolism.
Caution: May cause gastrointestinal discomfort in some people; take with food to minimize stomach upset.
How they work together
The standardized bitter melon extract provides defined levels of bitter actives to support glucose metabolism, while the whole-plant powder adds a broader spectrum of constituents that may complement digestive and metabolic support pathways.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, have a medical condition, or are planning a medical procedure. Stop use and consult a healthcare practitioner if adverse reactions occur.
Who should be cautious: People monitoring blood sugar or using diabetes medications may want to discuss use with a healthcare provider, as bitter melon may affect glucose levels.
What customers say
Noticable post-meal blood sugar support
Many reviewers mention lower post-meal readings, sometimes around 20 points, when taken consistently.
Easy to swallow
Users say the caplets go down smoothly and are simple to take daily.
Results may take time
A few users did not notice immediate changes and felt longer use might be needed.
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This product is guaranteed authentic and backed by our easy returns & refunds policy. Details
Cinnamon may support healthy blood sugar levels, offering a complementary approach alongside Bitter Melon's potential benefits.
AI generated. Not medical advice.
Overview
- Since 1930
- For Balanced Blood Sugar Levels
- Already Within Normal Range
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- USDA Organic
- Herbal Supplement
- Certified Organic by Control Union Certifications
- Gluten Free
- Vegan friendly
- cGMP
- No Wheat
- No Corn
- No Soy
- No Dairy
- No Ingredients of Animal Origin
- Family Owned For Over 90 Years
This popular vegetable is revered both in Ayurvedic Medicine and curry dishes alike. Its bitterness was key to its early discovery by ancient physicians who used it to strengthen the digestive potential for sweet foods and to support balance.
Modern research has revealed an array of unique plant compounds in Bitter Melon that mirror and support pancreatic function and insulin production.
Happiness Through Wellness
Crafting traditional medicines based on Ayurveda, a 5,000 year old science that believes the journey back to wholeness begins with nurturing the capacity for joy.
Trusting the gifts of nature and the irreplaceable relationship between the plant and its native soil for consistent healing properties.
Contributing to the wellness of the earth by teaching our family of farmers to grow native plants sustainably on their land and reduce the demand on the local environment.
Building communities by advocating women in farming, protecting fair prices, providing maternal health, sponsoring clinical services and offering school wellness programs.
Believing that if wellness is the path to happiness, we must contribute to the wellness of all things. Wellness of people, wellness of the environment, wellness of our communities.
Specifications
- First available: 05/2007
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Shipping weight:
0.18 kg
- Product code: HIM-42201
- UPC: 605069422017
- Package quantity: 60 count
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 5.7 x 5.7 cm , 0.18 kg
Suggested use
Adults take 1 caplet twice daily after meals.
Warnings
As with any supplement, consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, have a medical condition or are planning any medical procedure. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children.
Disclaimer
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| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 1 Caplet | ||
| Servings Per Container: 60 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
| Organic bitter melon powder (stem)(3% Bitters, 12.3 mg) | 410 mg | * |
| Organic bitter melon extract (fruit) (Momordica charantia) (2.5% Bitters, 6.25 mg) | 250 mg | * |
| *Daily Value not established. | ||