Above: Shorter, spinier fruit is often known as Indian bitter melon. Red seed sacs indicate the fruit is maturing. Their ...

Even if you’re not a fan of bitter melon, you may change your mind after trying this dish of bitter melon and gram lentils.

Its high antioxidant content neutralises free radicals in the body, reduces oxidative stress and the risk of diabetes and heart disease Regular consumption of bitter melon may help lower blood ...

winter melon, Chinese okra and bitter squash. In traditional Chinese medicine, these ingredients are considered cooling, so are eaten when it's hot outside (although many of them are also ...