Is Bitter Gourd Good for Diabetes? Bitter gourd, also called karela in Hindi, is a popular vegetable known for its distinct bitter taste and powerful health benefits. It is also called bitter melon, bitter cucumber, or wild cucumber in different regions. Found across Asia, South America, Africa, and India, this dark green vegetable resembles cucumber but has a stronger flavor that ma... https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/Bitter%20Gourd%20(Karela):%20Sweet%20News%20For%20Diabetics/2683