A powerhouse of nutrients, vitamins & minerals, Snake gourd, also known as 'Padwal' is an all-natural anti-biotic, expectorant, as well as a healthy laxative. Snake gourd is rich in Vitamins A, B and C, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Iodine, Iron and the presence of antibiotic qualities in the vegetable is considered to boost immunity.