Why pumpkin is so special and useful for our health?
The flesh of the pumpkin contains too many important micronutrients non-potassium , calcium , magnesium , phosphorus and B vitamins. Pumpkin is rich in pro vitamin A - betakarotin. This compound is a natural shield of the body against the harmful effects of the environment , it protects cells from cancerous degeneration. The flesh of the pumpkin is full of pectin - fibers that gently clear gastrointestinal tract and taking away the radionuclides from the body.
Scientists have found that seeds are the most useful part of the pumpkin. Among others properties , they are great afrodiziak. Scientists explain "kinship" with Viagra , due the fact that they stabilize blood pressure and enhance blood flow to the organs . All these features are very important for awesome sexual satisfaction
What Diseases Treats Pumpkin?
1.Pumpkin is useful for overweight u obesity
Pumpkin is a wonderful natural remedy for weight loss , because it contains less calories. But unlike beans , cabbage , radish etc. , it affects delicately on the gastrointestinal tract. Pumpkin can be eaten in large quantities , without the risk of exacerbation of gastritis , or stomach bloating.
2.Pumpkin is very useful for heart problems
Pumpkin is a veritable panacea for our biological "pump." It has a strong diuretic effect and saturate the body with potassium. If you have edema or hypertension , it’s advisable to eat not less than 200g of pumpkin a day.
3.Pumpkin juice is a great natural remedy for kidneys
Pumpkin juice is very useful for healthy urinary system. It is recommended for diseases of the kidneys and bladder: cystitis , pyelonephritis , kidney stones. For prevention of stone formation , it is good every 2-3 months to do 3-week course of treatment with ( raw) pumpkin juice. Drink it once a day - in the morning 200 ml.
4.Pumpkin is useful in diabetes and help relax blood vessels
It strengthens blood vessels in diabetes.
Recipe
Make a mixture of pumpkin and fresh squeezed orange juice. The recommended proportion is 1: 1 , but it may vary according to your personal taste. Drink half a cup , 3 times a day , 15 minutes before meals.
For diabetics is very helpful so-called "milk" of pumpkin seeds.
Recipe
2 cups of pumpkin seeds are crushed in a ceramic pot , then pour 3 cups of hot water and filter. Divide this mixture into 3 cups and drink it during the day. Make every day a fresh “milk” for 30-40 days.
5.Pumpkin cures insomnia and intestinal worms
Pumpkin seeds are well known remedy against intestinal worms.
Recipe
When you get up , make an enema. Take 300 grams of raw pumpkin seeds and crush them. Add 50 g of honey. Eat this mixture (on an empty stomach) in the next 2 hours. So , 3 hours after the procedure , take laxative (magnesium sulfate) , and then (after half an hour) make another enema.
Pumpkin juice ( 100 – 200 ml.) with honey before bedtime has a great soothing effect on the nervous system and you can get a good night’s sleep.
4 Healing Properties Of Pumpkin Seeds
- excellent remedy for morning nausea in pregnant women
- pumpkin seeds against pain in the feet ( make a compress with crushed seed)
- remedy for hepatitis and cholecystitis
- diseases of the liver and bladder -eat every day pumpkin porridge of rice , semolina and pumpkin seed
How to choose and store pumpkin?
How to choose a pumpkin?
- Ripe pumpkin is very thick , fleshy , heavy , without cracks and soft parts. Her coloring is bright and steady.
- Unripe pumpkin is tasteless and despicable may be fibrous.
- Traditional bright orange pumpkins are not very sweet , but they have more beta-carotene. They are suitable for many dishes.
- Pink fruits of honey pumpkin or watermelon is sweet and very tasty when cooked.
How to store pumpkin?
Pumpkins are stored in great condition for several months , at a constant temperature in a dry place. If the area allows , they can be placed on the floor in the kitchen. Optimum temperature for their preservation is about 15 degrees.
If you wan you can store pumpkin in refrigerator , but grate it and put it in a plastic bag.
