Karela Momordica Charantia has many names. In Pakistan India among other Asian countries it is known by this name Karela. In English speaking countries its known as bitter gourd bitter squash or bitter melon. This cucumberlike fruit with ugly bumps all over it is popular due to its various health benefits. Karela seeds contain plantbased insulin known as polypeptideP which acts like insulin made in pancreas which helps to lower sugar levels long term toxic effect of high sugar levels. Karela also has charactin and momordicin as 2 essential substances which are useful as antioxidants in normalizing blood pressure as well as warding off diabetes complications. Karela strengthens the immune system wards off scavenging Free radicals prevents cell damage by virtue of its antioxidant properties. As mentioned in Ayurvedic texts Karela is cold in potency easily digestible bitter in taste. It has Pitta Kapha pacifying action do not aggravate Vata. It also has Blood purifying properties helps in deworming. Karela facilitates oxygenated proper blood flow to skin which helps to cleanse heal the skin disorders. It supports healthy digestion acts as appetiser has mild purgative action.