Bottle Gourd Vegetable - Fresh Lauki - Doodhi - Per 1

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6 healthy reasons to eat lauki or bottle gourd Bottle gourd also known as lauki or doodhi has a wide range of health benefits which make it great for you. Bottle gourd, also called lauki or doodhi, is a vegetable that is probably better known in India for its delicious preparation called dudhi ka halwa. Although its slightly bitter taste can be repelling but its high nutritional value can’t be overlooked. In fact, traditional healers recommended consumption of this bottle gourd to treat various conditions. Here are some of its benefits you must know. Aids digestion: People suffering from constipation should eat bottle gourd as it is high in fibre and helps clear the food stuck in your colon. Additionally, juice made out of bottle gourd also helps in the treatment of acidity as it is alkaline in nature [1]. Read about more home remedies that can cure constipation. 2# Great for weight loss Bottle gourd is one of the best foods you can have if you want to lose weight as it is 96% water, and a 100g serving contains as little as 12 calories. The high fibre content will take care of your hunger, and keep you feeling full. 3# Helps treat urinary disorders Bottle gourd has a cooling effect on your body, and a glass of bottle gourd juice is a great diuretic that can be used to treat burning sensation while passing urine. This burning sensation is caused due to high levels of acid in the urine, which can be countered by the alkaline nature of bottle gourd juice. Here is all you should know about urinary tract infections 4# Refreshes you during summers: Just like cucumber, bottle gourd too has a high amount of water which keeps you hydrated during summers. Drinking a glass of its juice will ensure that you do not face loss of sodium, fatigue or extreme thirst while you are out in the sun. This makes it great for people whose jobs require them to travel in daylight. You may like to read about the 10 healthy reasons to eat cucumber. 5# Prevents heart disease