The snake gourd (patole) plant is a vine with tendrils, which are thin stems. The leaflets are branches that give the leaves their palm-like form. The mature fruit is more lengthy, crimson in color, and inedible due to its bitter taste. The immature fruit is green and elongated with a soft, squishy texture and bland flavor. The name “snake gourd” refers to the tasty green fruit‘s distinctive coiled shape with pale white stripes. It is used to prepare a number of traditional Indian meals such kootu, curry, sabzi, and dal. The fruit, together with the seeds and leaves of the snake gourd, has a wide range of healing and restorative properties. Additionally, the roots can be used for skin and hair care.

HEALTH BENEFITS:

Weight Loss
Snake gourd (patole), being low on calories and high in essential nutrients. Snake gourd (patole) also provides dietary fibers that can be processed easily in the stomach, keeping one feeling full for longer, reducing cravings and assisting in burning fat at a quicker pace.

Kidneys
The vegetable stimulates the natural elimination of body wastes and kidney stones via the excretory system in the body. It boosts the secretion of fluids within the kidneys, promptly getting rid of accumulated toxins and at the same time, guaranteeing proper hydration of the internal organs in the body. Snake gourd (patole) juice supports the routine tasks of kidneys and bladder.

Digestive System
Snake gourd (patole) has a significant fiber content, which helps to prevent instances of constipation, bloating and cramping of the stomach, upon ingestion of a heavy meal. Moreover, its laxative nature regulates bowel movements, thereby easing any discomfort experienced in the gut.

Respiratory Processes
It has an intrinsic expectorant quality, which implies that it can readily loosen any excess phlegm or mucous secretions and remove them from the respiratory tract. This immensely benefits lung function and also prevents any allergies and breathing difficulties such as asthma.