Another name for pumpkin: pumpkin, pumpkin, rice pumpkin, pumpkin, pumpkin. A species of Cucurbitaceae genus, an annual creeping herb, usually with roots at nodes, stout petioles, wide oval or oval leaves, slightly soft texture, bulging veins, slightly thick tendrils, monoecious, thick pedicels, edges and grooves, which vary from species to species. There are often several longitudinal grooves or no longitudinal grooves outside, and most seeds are oval or oblong.

Nutritional value of pumpkin

1, eating pumpkin can eliminate carcinogens and prevent cancer. Pumpkin contains a lot of zinc, which is beneficial to the health of skin and nails. Among them, antioxidant β -carotene has the function of protecting eyes and heart, and can also eliminate the mutation of ammonium nitrite and prevent the emergence of cancer cells.

2. Eating pumpkin can help stomach digestion and protect gastric mucosa. Pectin contained in pumpkin can also protect the mucosa of gastric mucosa, avoid the stimulation of coarse food and promote the healing of ulcer. The ingredients contained in pumpkin can promote bile secretion, strengthen gastrointestinal peristalsis and help food digestion, which is suitable for patients with stomach diseases.

3. In addition, pumpkin can effectively prevent and treat diabetes and lower blood sugar. Pumpkin seeds are also good food, which has the effect of expelling insects. Cooking porridge can help digestion better.