De-oiled bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) seed is a highly nutritious by-product of edible oil industries. The seed contains a substantial amount of quality protein, dietary fiber, minerals, and essential amino acids.
This low calorie wonder is packed with both soluble and insoluble fibre which is helpful in keeping your gut flora healthy. It is low in saturated fats, and high in Vitamin C, Riboflavin, zinc, thiamine, iron, magnesium and manganese. It also contains other essential minerals like sodium and potassium .