Benefits and harms of morning glory, a fence vegetable that many people overlook.

Ivy gourd, a common hedge vine found throughout Thailand, is not just a simple garden vegetable. It is also packed with incredible nutritional and medicinal benefits. Making it a popular ingredient in a variety of dishes, from kaeng liang, clear soup, to stir-fries. However, despite its many benefits, ivy gourd also has some precautions that you should be aware of.

Benefits of Morning Glory , a kitchen herb

• High in Vitamins and Minerals: Ivy gourd is a good source of Vitamin A, which is important for eyesight, skin and immunity, as well as Vitamin C. Which helps boost immunity and is an antioxidant. It also contains important minerals such as calcium (for healthy bones and teeth), phosphorus, iron (prevents anemia) and beta-carotene. Which is a precursor to vitamin A.
• Nourishes eyesight: With its high content of vitamin A and beta-carotene, morning glory helps nourish eyesight, prevents dry eyes, night blindness, and reduces the risk of cataracts.
• Antioxidants: Morning glory contains many antioxidants that help protect the แทงบอล UFABET ราคาดีที่สุด ไม่มีขั้นต่ำ body’s cells from damage by free radicals. Which are the cause of cell degeneration and chronic diseases.
• Helps control blood sugar levels: Some research suggests that extracts from ivy gourd may have blood sugar-lowering effects. Making it useful for people with diabetes or those who need to control their blood sugar levels.
• Helps the digestive system: Morning glory is high in dietary fiber. Which helps increase fiber in the intestines, stimulates bowel movements, makes bowel movements easy, and prevents constipation.
• Reduce fever, relieve heat: In traditional Thai medicine, morning glory has a cool taste and has properties that help reduce fever, reduce heat toxins, and relieve inflammation.
• Nourishes the skin: Vitamins and antioxidants in ivy gourd help nourish the skin, making it radiant and slowing down the deterioration of skin cells.
• Treat skin problems: Juice from morning glory leaves can be applied to treat itchy rashes.

Precautions and dangers of morning glory

Despite its many benefits, morning glory also has some precautions and possible side effects if consumed incorrectly or in certain groups of people.

• May cause blood sugar levels to drop too low: Although ivy gourd is helpful in lowering blood sugar. In diabetic patients who are already taking diabetes medication, consuming large amounts of ivy gourd can cause blood sugar levels to drop too low (hypoglycemia). Which can be dangerous. Consult your doctor before consuming it.
• Effects on pregnant women: There is insufficient scientific data to confirm the safety of consuming large amounts of ivy gourd for pregnant women. Therefore, pregnant women should exercise caution in consuming it or consult a doctor.
• Allergic reactions: In some cases, an allergic reaction to ivy gourd may occur. Such as a rash or other unusual symptoms.
• Pesticide contamination: If the morning glory is not grown by yourself or bought from an unreliable source, it may be contaminated with pesticides, which is very dangerous to your health. Wash it thoroughly before consuming.
• Other parts should not be consumed except young leaves and shoots: We generally consume young leaves and shoots of morning glory as our main food. Other parts, such as roots or mature fruits, may contain substances that are not suitable for consumption.

Ivy gourd is truly a hedge plant that is full of health benefits. Using it in cooking is a good way to add vitamins and minerals to the body. However, consuming it in moderation and being careful among diabetics, pregnant women, and choosing clean and safe ivy gourd will help you get the full benefits of ivy gourd without having to worry about side effects.