small piece before cooking
The tendency to produce high levels of cucurbitacins can persist in saved seeds, so it’s best to start fresh with new seeds if you encounter bitterness.
When to Seek Medical Attention
If severe gastrointestinal symptoms develop after eating a bitter vegetable, seek immediate medical attention. Dehydration from vomiting and diarrhea can become serious quickly, especially in children and older adults.
The Good News
Despite these precautions, it’s important to remember that bottle gourd and other cucurbit vegetables remain healthy foods when they are not bitter. They
