Patal (English: pointed gourd, parwal / parval) is a type of vegetable. It grows well in western India especially in Orissa , West Bengal , Assam , Bihar , Uttar Pradesh and Bangladesh. It is rich in sugars , vitamins A and C. It also contains small amounts of magnesium , copper , potassium , sulfur and chlorine. Patal is a plant of the genus Cucumber and Kheera. It is also delicious to eat. It is also used in the preparation of patal soup , curry , bhaji and even confectionery. The production level of Patal is good. Crops are available in 45 to 50 days. Patal can be taken for 3 to 4 consecutive days. Patal is in great demand as a vegetable. Patal's labor cost is low , everything can be done by oneself. Patals are 5-15 cm long. Grows well in mild and humid climates. Nutrition Information Patal - Parwal, Parwar, Lau Saru Servings : 100 g Calories 30 Sodium 3 mg Total Fat 0 g Potassium 0 g Full 0 g Total Carbs 3 g Polyunsaturated 0 g Dietary Fiber 4 g Monounsaturated 0 g Sugar 0 g Trans 0 g Protein 3 g Cholesterol 0 g A 80 % Calcium 2 % Vitamin C 20 % Iron 8 % Benefits of Fatal - Fresh Patal Increases Digestion. Cough , fever , blood clots well. Increases heart power , responds to cholera , worms and keeps the body cool. Moreover, many people are not aware of the innumerable health benefits of Patal. This vegetable is a nutritious food. It contains Vitamin A , Vitamin B1 , Vitamin B2 and Vitamin C , Calcium and Antioxidants. In Ayurveda it is used to solve gastric problems. Today I will know about the health benefits of Patal. 1. Improves digestion These green vegetables contain good amount of fiber which helps in digestion of food. It also helps to solve gastrointestinal problems and liver related problems. 2. Cure Constipation Patal seeds are a healthy seed which helps in curing constipation and excretion of feces. 3. Patale helps in weight loss by reducing the amount of calories. So you can safely eat Patal curry to lose weight. It helps to keep the stomach full and reduce appetite. 4. Another health benefit of Patal is that it purifies the blood. As a result, this green vegetable also works well in skin care. 5. Lowering Cholesterol and Blood Sugar The small round seeds of Patal help to reduce the levels of Cholesterol and Blood Sugar naturally. . Patal is used as a medicine to reduce cold , fever and sore throat. . Beneficial for the skin Patala contains vitamins A and C and is beneficial for the skin as it contains antioxidants. Patal helps prevent age spots by preventing the spread of free radicals. Medicinal properties of Patal: - Crush Patal and coriander leaves and soak them in water. Divide this mixture into 3 parts and mix honey with it. This will eliminate the problem of digestion. - Applying Patal juice on the head reduces headaches. - Patal leaf juice helps in quick healing of wounds and also helps in solving the problem of baldness. - Eating Patal curry removes skin problems. In Nepal, the sick are fed Patal soup. In our country, patal bhaji , patal dolma , is cooked with fish or meat or with other vegetables. Cooked with potatoes in South Asia and the West Indies. In Indonesia, patal is used in a variety of dishes such as star fry , coconut milk or steamed. It is found in Asia and Australia. This vegetable is usually found during the summer.