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By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com Guide to Longevity

Bitter Melon for Diabetes?

Friday May 9, 2008
Bitter melon (also known as the balsam pear) is a plant that is found in Asia. In Asian medicine, bitter melon is often used for a variety of illnesses. One of the most interesting using of bitter melon is to help reduce blood sugar. This effect has been tested in animals.

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