Pumpkin has high nutritional value, which can not only moisten lung and invigorate qi, eliminate phlegm and relieve cough, but also has the effect of expelling worms and detoxifying. Pumpkin contains starch, protein, a lot of vitamins and carotene, and its sugar content is low, and there is almost no fat. Pregnant women can eat pumpkin without worrying about getting fat. It can be made into porridge for pregnant women, which can not only resist diseases, but also has the effect of beauty beauty. However, it is not recommended for pregnant women with damp heat constitution.

Because it contains a lot of fiber, it also contains pectin, which can delay the absorption of glucose. Therefore, after eating it, diabetic patients can prevent the increase of postprandial blood sugar, and eating proper pumpkin is beneficial to diabetic patients.

But one thing should be noted. Pumpkin also contains some glucose, and its sugar content is about 3%-4%. Although the glycemic index is not very high, it still has some calories. Patients with high blood sugar should try not to eat pumpkin. If the blood sugar is well controlled, you can eat pumpkin properly, but if you eat it as a staple food, you don't have to eat other staple foods after eating pumpkin, so that you can achieve a healthy diet and it is also good for diabetics.