Cerasee
Cerasee (Momordica charantia)
Other Common Names: Bitter Melon Vine, Bitter Gourd, Corilla, Bitter Bush
Family: Cucurbitaceae (Gourd)
Parts Used: Leaves & Vines (sometimes fruit)
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bitter, earthy
A Traditional Blood Cleanser & Digestive Tonic
Cerasee is a deeply cleansing, bitter herb traditionally used in Caribbean, African, and South Asian herbalism to purify the blood, support digestion, and promote skin health. Its bitter taste signals its power as a detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and blood-sugar-regulating botanical, making it a staple in holistic wellness rituals.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cerasee is valued for its bitter, detoxifying, and antimicrobial properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Liver & blood detoxification: Supports the liver’s natural cleansing functions
✔️ Digestive health: Helps stimulate digestion and relieve bloating, gas, and sluggish digestion
✔️ Blood sugar balance: Traditionally used to support glucose metabolism
✔️ Skin health: Used for eczema, rashes, and acne, both internally and externally
✔️ Immune & respiratory support: Known for its antimicrobial properties and support against colds and flu
✔️ Menstrual & reproductive health: Traditionally used to help regulate cycles and ease cramps
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried cerasee leaves and vines for a potent cleansing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for blood sugar, digestion, and detox support
🌿 Topical Use: Apply a cooled tea infusion to skin irritations, eczema, or minor wounds
🌿 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater for a traditional skin-purifying soak
🌿 Culinary Use: Used sparingly in herbal blends or broths for its detoxifying properties
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cerasee is ethically wildcrafted and organically grown, maintaining its purity while honoring traditional herbal practices.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Avoid during pregnancy, as cerasee has been traditionally used to stimulate menstruation
⚠️ May lower blood sugar—monitor levels if diabetic or taking glucose-regulating medications
⚠️ Best used in moderation—excessive use may cause stomach discomfort or dehydration due to its strong bitter and diuretic properties
Cerasee (Momordica charantia)
Other Common Names: Bitter Melon Vine, Bitter Gourd, Corilla, Bitter Bush
Family: Cucurbitaceae (Gourd)
Parts Used: Leaves & Vines (sometimes fruit)
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bitter, earthy
A Traditional Blood Cleanser & Digestive Tonic
Cerasee is a deeply cleansing, bitter herb traditionally used in Caribbean, African, and South Asian herbalism to purify the blood, support digestion, and promote skin health. Its bitter taste signals its power as a detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and blood-sugar-regulating botanical, making it a staple in holistic wellness rituals.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cerasee is valued for its bitter, detoxifying, and antimicrobial properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Liver & blood detoxification: Supports the liver’s natural cleansing functions
✔️ Digestive health: Helps stimulate digestion and relieve bloating, gas, and sluggish digestion
✔️ Blood sugar balance: Traditionally used to support glucose metabolism
✔️ Skin health: Used for eczema, rashes, and acne, both internally and externally
✔️ Immune & respiratory support: Known for its antimicrobial properties and support against colds and flu
✔️ Menstrual & reproductive health: Traditionally used to help regulate cycles and ease cramps
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried cerasee leaves and vines for a potent cleansing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for blood sugar, digestion, and detox support
🌿 Topical Use: Apply a cooled tea infusion to skin irritations, eczema, or minor wounds
🌿 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater for a traditional skin-purifying soak
🌿 Culinary Use: Used sparingly in herbal blends or broths for its detoxifying properties
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cerasee is ethically wildcrafted and organically grown, maintaining its purity while honoring traditional herbal practices.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Avoid during pregnancy, as cerasee has been traditionally used to stimulate menstruation
⚠️ May lower blood sugar—monitor levels if diabetic or taking glucose-regulating medications
⚠️ Best used in moderation—excessive use may cause stomach discomfort or dehydration due to its strong bitter and diuretic properties
Cerasee (Momordica charantia)
Other Common Names: Bitter Melon Vine, Bitter Gourd, Corilla, Bitter Bush
Family: Cucurbitaceae (Gourd)
Parts Used: Leaves & Vines (sometimes fruit)
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bitter, earthy
A Traditional Blood Cleanser & Digestive Tonic
Cerasee is a deeply cleansing, bitter herb traditionally used in Caribbean, African, and South Asian herbalism to purify the blood, support digestion, and promote skin health. Its bitter taste signals its power as a detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and blood-sugar-regulating botanical, making it a staple in holistic wellness rituals.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cerasee is valued for its bitter, detoxifying, and antimicrobial properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Liver & blood detoxification: Supports the liver’s natural cleansing functions
✔️ Digestive health: Helps stimulate digestion and relieve bloating, gas, and sluggish digestion
✔️ Blood sugar balance: Traditionally used to support glucose metabolism
✔️ Skin health: Used for eczema, rashes, and acne, both internally and externally
✔️ Immune & respiratory support: Known for its antimicrobial properties and support against colds and flu
✔️ Menstrual & reproductive health: Traditionally used to help regulate cycles and ease cramps
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried cerasee leaves and vines for a potent cleansing tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for blood sugar, digestion, and detox support
🌿 Topical Use: Apply a cooled tea infusion to skin irritations, eczema, or minor wounds
🌿 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater for a traditional skin-purifying soak
🌿 Culinary Use: Used sparingly in herbal blends or broths for its detoxifying properties
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cerasee is ethically wildcrafted and organically grown, maintaining its purity while honoring traditional herbal practices.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Avoid during pregnancy, as cerasee has been traditionally used to stimulate menstruation
⚠️ May lower blood sugar—monitor levels if diabetic or taking glucose-regulating medications
⚠️ Best used in moderation—excessive use may cause stomach discomfort or dehydration due to its strong bitter and diuretic properties