Ash Gourd Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Ash gourd is the fruit of the Benincasa hispida, a large, edible vegetable popular in Asian cultures. Ash gourds have an ash tone in color, waxy texture and a juicy and mild flavor. Ash gourds can be cooked or eaten raw. The juice, seeds and rinds are all used for their medicinal properties.^1,2

Ash Gourd Health Uses and Health Benefits

Ash gourd health benefits include being a natural anti-inflammatory and diuretic remedy with tonic properties. Ash gourd has traditionally been taken to alleviate constipation, promote weight loss and ease digestive issues. Ash gourd is also used in some medicine systems as an anti-convulsion remedy for epileptic seizures. Ash gourd seeds have also been used for intestinal health to help expel parasites.^1,2

References

1. https://pfaf.org/User/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Benincasa+hispida
2. http://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Benincasa+hispida