6 Tips for Making Healthy and Tasty Weight Loss and Beauty Drinks at Home

1. How to Prepare Watermelon Bitter Gourd Juice

Ingredients:

• 500g Bitter gourd
• 500g Watermelon
• White sugar (as needed)

Instructions:

Step 1: Peel and remove seeds from the bitter gourd. Wash and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Remove the seeds and rind from the watermelon.

Step 2: Use a juicer to extract the juice from both the bitter gourd and watermelon. Alternatively, you can mash them and squeeze out the juice.

Step 3: Add white sugar to taste, dissolve it in the juice, and divide the juice into multiple servings throughout the day.

Benefits: Watermelon bitter gourd juice is not only delicious but also has a cooling effect. It is suitable for those who are on a weight loss regimen.

2. How to Make Bitter Gourd Juice

Ingredients:

• 500g Bitter gourd
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

Step 1: Peel and remove seeds from the bitter gourd. Wash and cut it into pieces that can fit in a juicer, or mash it and put it in a clean cloth bag to squeeze out the juice.

Step 2: Add a pinch of salt to the juice and consume it several times a day.

Benefits: Bitter gourd juice not only quenches thirst and aids in weight loss and beauty, but also helps in preventing acne, itching, and eczema.

3. Recipe for Bitter Gourd Soup

Bitter gourd soup is a refreshing and detoxifying dish with a delicious flavor. It can be prepared in various ways. Consider adding this dish to your daily menu.

Here are a few bitter gourd soup recipes you can try:

Bitter Gourd Rib Soup

Ingredients:

• 300g Pork ribs (or pork bones)
• 1 small Bitter gourd
• 50g Spring onions, coriander
• Salt and sugar (or seasoning powder)

Instructions for Bitter Gourd Rib Soup:

Step 1: Peel the bitter gourd, remove the seeds, and cut it into pieces. Wash and chop the ribs into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Blanch the ribs in boiling water, then simmer until the ribs are tender and the broth is flavorful.

Step 3: Once the ribs are tender, add the bitter gourd and continue simmering until the bitter gourd softens. Season with a little salt and seasoning powder. Add the spring onions and serve the soup.

Finished Product:

Bitter gourd rib soup is a delicious and nutritious dish with tender, non-bitter bitter gourd pieces, a sweet and flavorful broth, and the aroma of coriander.

Bitter Gourd Soup with Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1 Bitter gourd
• 10g Dried shrimp
• Spring onions and spices

Instructions for Bitter Gourd Soup with Shrimp:

Step 1: Peel the bitter gourd, remove the seeds, and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Wash the shrimp.

Step 2: Heat a pot and add oil. Once the oil is hot, add the spring onions and sauté until fragrant. Then add the shrimp and sauté briefly before adding enough water.

Step 3: Once the water boils, skim off any foam and add the sliced bitter gourd. Cook until the bitter gourd softens, then season with appropriate spices.

Finished Product:

The soup has a sweet and fresh taste from the shrimp, a refreshing taste from the broth, and a gentle bitterness from the bitter gourd. It is a nutritious soup for the whole family.

Bitter Gourd Soup with Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 600g Bitter gourd
• 200g Mushrooms
• 50g Spring onions, coriander, ginger
• Seasoning powder, pepper, sugar

Instructions for Bitter Gourd Soup with Mushrooms:

Step 1: Prepare the bitter gourd and herbs, and pound the ginger. Finely chop the spring onions and chop the mushroom caps. Season the mushrooms with pepper, seasoning powder, and sugar.

Step 2: Place a pot on the stove and add enough water for the soup. Add the bitter gourd to the pot and 2 tablespoons of seasoning powder. Add the pounded ginger. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes over low heat.

Step 3: Shape the mushrooms into small balls and add them to the pot. Cook until the mushroom balls float to the surface, then turn off the heat and add the spring onions.

Finished Product:

The soup combines the bitter taste of the bitter gourd with the rich and aromatic flavor of the broth, topped with the refreshing taste of coriander. It is a nutritious soup for the whole family.

4. Bitter Gourd Face Mask

To make a bitter gourd face mask, extract the juice from the bitter gourd and apply it to your face. Alternatively, you can mix the bitter gourd juice with cucumber juice or honey, and leave it on your face for about 15-20 minutes before rinsing with clean water. Repeat this process 2-3 times a week.

Using a bitter gourd mask regularly will result in brighter and smoother skin.

5. Two Methods to Make Bitter Gourd Extract

Bitter gourd extract is highly effective in skincare, such as treating acne, dark spots, and brightening the skin. Here are two simple methods for making bitter gourd extract at home:

Method 1: This method is quick and straightforward.

Ingredients:

• 1 Bitter gourd
• 100g Chinese herbal medicine
• 500ml White wine
• 500ml Water

Instructions: Boil all the ingredients, strain to extract the concentrated juice, similar to making an extract. Pour the juice into a bottle and use gradually. Apply a thin layer before bed, and thoroughly rinse your face in the morning.

Method 2: Similar to the previous method, but honey is used instead of Chinese herbal medicine.

Ingredients:

• 500g Bitter gourd
• 1.5 liters White wine
• 500ml Honey
• 1 liter Water

Instructions: Cut the bitter gourd into pieces and put them in a mixture of wine and water. Simmer for about six hours until only a bowl of water is left. Then grind the mixture into a paste.

Continue to grind and strain the mixture through a fine cloth to achieve a smooth consistency. Pour the filtered extract into a pot, add honey, and cook for about 2 hours over low heat, stirring constantly by hand.

You can test the readiness of the extract by smearing a little on your hand, rubbing it, and checking if it feels non-sticky.

Above is an article that provides six ways to utilize bitter gourd for weight loss, along with bitter gourd extract recipes for beautiful and healthy skin, prepared at home. We hope this information helps you make effective use of the benefits of bitter gourd!