Pregnant and breastfeeding women
The active ingredients in bitter melon can stimulate the uterus, increase the risk of contractions and miscarriages, and even potentially cause birth defects.
Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women should be careful or avoid eating bitter melon.
People with liver and kidney disease
Bitter melon contains many compounds that can cause a metabolic burden on the liver and kidneys.
For people with liver and kidney diseases, regular use can worsen the condition.
People with hypoglycemia or taking diabetes medication
Eating bitter melon has the effect of lowering blood sugar effectively. When used in parallel with diabetes medication, the risk of sudden hypoglycemia will be higher.
Therefore, people who are being treated with insulin or drugs to lower blood sugar should consult a doctor before using.
People with digestive diseases
Bitter melon is weldable, eating a lot can cause colds, diarrhea or discomfort in people with sensitive digestive systems.
