Widely available in Asian and African countries, ivy gourd is known as kundru or tendli in Hindi, Gujarati and Urdu; tondli in Marathi; and telakucha in Bangla, etc.
Diabetes friendly – Traditional medicine has long been using ivy gourd to treat diabetes. The stems and leaves of this plant are cooked and then added to soups or gravies etc.
Great to aid in weight loss – This vegetable is a great metabolism booster and helps those aiming to lose weight. It has low calorie count and high water content, which makes for an ideal combination for weight loss.
Anti-ageing effect – The skin needs vitamin C to retain its youthful appeal and vitality, and ivy gourd is a rich source of this vitamin.
Gut-friendly – Belonging to the gourd family, kundru has a great proportion of water and fibre, thus is a great way to deal with constipation as it adds bulk to the stool and eases the bowel movements.
Good for heart – This vegetable is a great source of potassium, a mineral that helps to keep the heart healthy by regulating the blood flow to the heart.