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Bitter Melon

What is Bitter Melon?

Bitter melons are a tropical fruit that grow off of a plant vine called Momordica Charantia. It is known as one of the most bitter vegetables, hence its name. [1]


History

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Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Bitter Melon


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Bitter Melon - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Bitter Gourd
Bitter Melon Fruit Extract
Momordica Charantia Extract

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  • Natural
  • Natural & Possibly Unsafe
  • Artificial
  • Artificial & Possibly Unsafe
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources)
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJanuary 1, 2009 @ 2:14 AM

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