Bitter melon is also known as sopropo, bitter melon, balsam pear, and karela. It is a fruit that looks like a cucumber with warts and is extremely bitter. It is mainly used as an herbal tea, although bitter melon is sometimes also used in dishes in Suriname and Asia. Bitter melon or sopropo tea has numerous health benefits, including regulating blood sugar levels and promoting digestion. Ingredients: Bitter melon fruit (Momordica charantia) Product form: Dried, sliced Packaging: Resealable paper bag with zip closure. Large packages are sewn up with a sewing seam closure. Country of origin: Information on request Method of use: Pour 4-5 bitter melon slices with a cup of boiling water and let it steep for 5 minutes as tea. Allergen information: No allergen-containing ingredients.