ASH GOURD - White Pumpkin

Ash gourd also known as winter melon or white pumpkin is a very large fruit and is eaten as a vegetable when it matures. It has a hard, greenish cover with white pulpy fruit inside which can be easily stored for many months. It has a length of about 80 cms and is widely grown in South and East Asia.   Health Benefits Very good source of various nutrients Contains calcium and helps to maintain the blood pressure It cures many digestive diseases like ulcers or dyspepsia Treats diabetes Helpful in treating asthma Prevents the formation of kidney stones