Pumpkin, a popular vegetable in Russia, can be used as a detoxification of the body. This opinion was expressed by nutritionist Olga Perevalova.
Pumpkin contains a large number of elements that are very useful for the skin and eyes called carotenoids, so this vegetable must be regularly included in your diet if a person does not have any contraindications to this. But it must be remembered that pumpkin is not at all harmless. For those with a poorly functioning bowel, a serving of pumpkin can cause various gastrointestinal disorders such as diarrhea.
A nutritionist spoke about the important properties of pumpkin
Pumpkin also has a choleretic effect, so it is not indicated for people who have problems with removing bile from the body. But if you suffer from chronic constipation, then pumpkin, on the contrary, will bring considerable benefits, as it strengthens intestinal motility.
Pumpkin was recognized as the most useful
Contraindications to the use of pumpkin are gastritis, peptic ulcer, colitis, pancreatitis and food poisoning, but with them, in general, you need to pay special attention to the use of any vegetables, especially those that contain coarse fiber, which can, as it were, peel off the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract. Do not forget about pumpkin seeds, which contain omega-6 fatty acids and are very healthy. (READ MORE)
Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Olga Perevalova Healthy lifestyle nutritionist of the Center for Aesthetic Medicine, nutritionist