As we all know, pumpkin is a common vegetable, belonging to the genus Cucurbitaceae. At the same time, it is also an annual vine herb. Its wild ancestors originated in Mexico and Guatemala and were introduced to China long ago, known as "Chinese pumpkin". So what's the advantage of eating pumpkin regularly?
The Benefits of Frequent Pumpkin Eating
1. Detoxification. Pumpkin is rich in pectin, pectin has good adsorption, can adhere to bacterial toxins and harmful substances in the body, such as mercury, lead, etc., can play a detoxification role.
2. Prevention of diabetes. Pumpkin is rich in cobalt, which can effectively activate metabolism in vivo. At the same time, it can also promote hematopoietic function and promote the synthesis of human vitamin B12. B12 is an essential trace element in islet cells, which has great effect on reducing blood sugar and preventing diabetes.
3. Eliminate carcinogens. Carcinogen nitrosamine, pumpkin can effectively inhibit its mutation, as well as anti-cancer effect, and also has a great effect on the recovery of liver and kidney function.
4. Promoting growth and development. Pumpkin contains a large amount of zinc, which can promote the synthesis of nucleic acid and protein in human body. It is an important component of adrenocortical hormone and provides the material needed for human life.
5. Protect gastric mucosa and promote digestion. Pumpkin is rich in pectin, which can protect gastric mucosa, block the stimulation of rough food, and promote the healing of ulcers. The ingredients in pumpkin can also promote bile secretion, strengthen gastrointestinal peristalsis and promote digestion.
How to eat pumpkin?
Delicious Pumpkin Ball
Ingredients: 300 grams pumpkin, 30 grams ham, onion, salt, starch, salad oil, soup in moderation.
practice
1. Pumpkin peeled and cut into small pieces, steamed soft, and then the pumpkin into mud, and the pumpkin mud into a ball. Cut the ham and onions into small pieces.
2. Heat oil in the pan, stir-fry ham and shallot, add soup and salt. After boiling, mix with water starch.
3. Pour the prepared soup on the pumpkin ball and eat it.
Cautions for eating pumpkin
Pumpkin and mutton
Pumpkin and mutton are both hot foods, and when eaten together, they are prone to abdominal distension and constipation. People with fever symptoms are not suitable for eating.
Pumpkin vinegar
Acetic acid can destroy the nutrients in pumpkin and reduce its nutritional value.
Pumpkin and spinach
Pumpkins are rich in vitamin C catabolism enzymes, which can destroy vitamin C in spinach, and reduce their nutritional value.