Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has
suggested treatment for diabetes.
Disease symptoms: Increased thirst, frequent urination, hunger, fatigue, blurred vision, weakness
Ingredients: 20-30 g fruits of Karela (Momordica charantia L.).
Preparation: Collect, wash and crush the fruits to extract 15 ml of the juice. Add 100 ml of water to the extracted juice.
Dosage/Application: Consume the extracted juice thrice daily for 3 months.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Leung, L., Birtwhistle, R., Kotecha, J.,
Hannah, S., & Cuthbertson, S. (2009). Anti-diabetic and hypoglycaemic
effects of Momordica charantia (bitter melon): a mini review. British
Journal of Nutrition, 102(12), 1703-1708.