Wildcrafted Cerasee Leaves

What is Cerasee?
Cerasee (Momordica charantia) is a traditional bitter herb widely used throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean. The leaves and vines are commonly brewed as an herbal tea and have a long history of traditional wellness use.

What does Cerasee tea taste like?
Cerasee is naturally very bitter that distinctive bitterness is part of the traditional Cerasee experience. If you’re new to bitter herbs, start with a lighter brew.

What is Cerasee traditionally used for?
In Jamaican and Caribbean herbal traditions, Cerasee has been used as a bitter tonic and traditionally consumed to support digestion, general wellness, and metabolic health. It has also been traditionally used as part of seasonal cleansing practices.

How do I prepare Herbs of Her Cerasee?
Steep the recommended amount in hot water, covered, according to the brewing directions on your package. Strain before drinking. Avoid making your first cup overly concentrated if you’re unfamiliar with Cerasee.

How often can I drink Cerasee?
Cerasee is traditionally used periodically rather than treated like an everyday beverage indefinitely. Follow the serving instructions provided with your Herbs of Her product and avoid exceeding the recommended amount.

Can I add sweetener?
Yes, although Cerasee is traditionally enjoyed bitter. If needed, a small amount of your preferred sweetener can make it easier to drink.

Is Cerasee the same as bitter melon?
They come from the same plant, Momordica charantia. “Cerasee” commonly refers to the leaves and vines used for tea in Caribbean traditions, while “bitter melon” often refers to the fruit.

Can Cerasee lower blood sugar?
Cerasee/bitter melon has been studied for potential effects on glucose metabolism. Because it may affect blood sugar, people taking insulin or blood-sugar-lowering medication should speak with a qualified healthcare professional before using it.

Can I drink Cerasee while pregnant?
Cerasee is generally not recommended during pregnancy unless specifically approved by a qualified healthcare professional.

What about breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable safety information to recommend routine medicinal use while breastfeeding. Consult your healthcare professional before use.

Can children drink Cerasee?
Medicinal-strength Cerasee preparations should not automatically be given to children. Speak with the child's pediatrician or another qualified healthcare professional first.

Can I drink Cerasee with medication?
Check with your healthcare professional or pharmacist, particularly if you take medication for diabetes or blood-sugar management, or have another condition requiring ongoing treatment.

Is Cerasee a laxative?
Cerasee isn't primarily a laxative, but bitter herbs can affect the digestive system, and some people may experience stomach discomfort, diarrhea, or other gastrointestinal effects particularly with concentrated or excessive use.

Does Cerasee “detox” the blood?
“Blood cleansing” is a traditional Caribbean description for Cerasee use, not a medical description of how the body detoxifies itself. Your liver and kidneys perform the body's primary detoxification functions.

Why is my Cerasee so bitter?
That is completely normal. Cerasee is one of the distinctly bitter herbs used in traditional Jamaican bush medicine. Its bitterness doesn't mean the tea has gone bad.

How should I store my Cerasee?
Keep the dried herb tightly sealed in a cool, dry, dark place, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. Always use clean, dry utensils when handling it.

Who should use extra caution with Cerasee?
Avoid use during pregnancy unless medically approved. Anyone taking blood-sugar-lowering medication, managing a medical condition, preparing for surgery, or using multiple medications should consult a qualified healthcare professional before medicinal use.

Is Herbs of Her Cerasee intended to treat disease?
No. Herbs of Her Cerasee is an herbal wellness product and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.