First of all, bitter melon contains a large amount of antioxidants, especially flavonoids and polyphenols, which help neutralize free radicals - one of the causes of atherosclerosis and high blood pressure. Compounds in bitter melon have the ability to improve vascular endothelial function, thereby helping to regulate blood pressure.
Second, charantin, an active ingredient extracted from bitter melon, has the effect of dilating blood vessels and reducing peripheral resistance a factor that contributes to high blood pressure. When blood vessels dilate, blood flow improves, reducing pressure on the vessel walls.
Third, bitter melon also helps regulate blood sugar and lipid levels, thereby reducing the metabolic burden on the cardiovascular system. When blood sugar and blood lipids are stable, blood vessel walls are less damaged, contributing to maintaining stable blood pressure.
Finally, bitter melon also has a mild diuretic effect, helping the body eliminate excess sodium - a direct cause of high blood pressure. Excretion of sodium helps reduce blood circulation volume, thereby reducing pressure on the vessel walls.
Bitter melon helps lower blood pressure thanks to the combination of many mechanisms: Antioxidation, dilation of blood vessels, stabilization of blood sugar and diuretic.
However, users should be careful not to overuse, especially when taking blood pressure medication, to avoid excessive blood pressure drops.
