Pumpkin is an annual herb of the Cucurbitaceae family. An unpretentious plant that grows in almost all countries and is a dietary product. Widely used in cooking, pharmaceutical, beauty, folk medicine.
Chemical composition and useful properties of pumpkin seeds
Seeds are the most beneficial, they contain a lot of useful substances:
- Vitamins: A, B, C, K, PP, E.
- Acids: folic acid, pantothenic acid.
- Essential Amino Acids: Arginine, Lysine, Leucine, Isoleucine, Threonine.
- Unsaturated fatty acids: arachidonic acid, oleic acid, linolenic acid.
- Saturated Fatty Acids: Peanuts, Nutmeg.
- Minerals: Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium.
- Flavonoids.
- glycosides.
- ether.
- Sterol.
- pectin.
The calorie content is quite large at 541 calories per 100 grams.
Folic acid is part of this ingredient, which prevents the development of neural tube lesions in the fetus and strengthens blood vessels.
Zinc improves brain circulation and increases the body's defenses.
Iron increases hemoglobin levels and improves blood formula.
Magnesium and potassium can strengthen the cardiovascular system.
Organic acids remove toxins, purify free radicals in the blood, and prevent their formation.
Due to their rich chemical composition, pumpkin seeds have the following beneficial properties:
- Lower cholesterol levels.
- Regulates hormone production.
- Helps with depression and neurological conditions.
- Prevents the formation of stones in the urinary system.
- They treat constipation.
- Improve brain circulation.
- improve memory.
- They remove toxins, toxins, allergens from the body.
- They have antiparasitic effects.
- Strengthens hair and relieves dryness.
- Strengthen joints.
- Accelerates regeneration of damaged tissue.
- Helps cope with nausea and poisoning in pregnant women.
Indications and contraindications for use
Seeds have been used since ancient times to treat and prevent the following diseases:
- Worm invasion.
- Cardiovascular diseases.
- Cystitis.
- hepatitis.
- Liver cirrhosis, cholecystitis.
- exhausted.
- Bronchitis, pneumonia.
- Depression, insomnia.
- constipate.
- Dermatitis, wounds, abrasions, burns.
- diabetes.
- tumor disease.
Pumpkin seeds are an excellent antiparasitic agent used to treat tapeworms.
They have a mild diuretic effect, so they are recommended in cases of violation of the urinary system, and they are safe for pregnant women.
Nucleus decoction can remove free radicals and heavy metal salts in cells, which is an excellent anti-tumor agent.
The fatty acids that make up its components lower cholesterol levels and prevent the formation of cholesterol plaques, so it is recommended for people with cardiovascular disease.
Regular consumption of the seeds helps to get rid of insomnia and depression.
There are many contraindications to using pumpkin seeds, including:
- Stomach ulcer.
- Intestinal disease.
- Allergic reactions and individual intolerance to the ingredients.
Those who are overweight should use it with caution as this product is high in calories.
Overeating can lead to the accumulation of salt in the joints, which can lead to the development of gout.
Worm application
The components of squash include the amino acid cucurbitacin, which negatively affects the worms, causing paralysis, so they are sloughed off the intestinal wall and excreted naturally from the body.
To treat worms that invade the nucleus, pumpkins are eaten raw, and they are used to make decoctions or infusions.
For treatment and prevention, it is recommended to use the seeds with the peel. Adults need to eat up to 300 grams of seeds, children under 10 - 150-200 grams, under 10 - 70-100 grams.
Seeds mixed with milk have great healing properties. To prepare, you need to grind 100 grams of raw materials into powder, pour into a glass of warm milk, and take 2-3 tablespoons before breakfast.
The decoction has a cleansing effect. To prepare it, you need to grind a handful of seeds to a powder state, pour in a cup of hot water, bring to a boil in a water bath, and cool. Pass the resulting liquid through a sieve and take it in the morning before breakfast. Be sure to drink a laxative after taking it. Enrollment period does not exceed 5 days.
Pumpkin seeds with honey not only help get rid of worms, but also boost immunity and body defenses. To prepare, pour 200 grams of ingredients into 50 ml of ice water, add 50 grams of liquid honey, and mix. Take one tablespoon on an empty stomach, followed by a laxative or enema. The course of treatment is 5-7 days.
For the treatment of worms, you can use pumpkin seeds mixed with garlic and honey. You need 200 grams of peeled kernels, chopped 4 cloves of garlic, and added 2 tablespoons of honey. Take the resulting remedy with a tablespoon before breakfast. The course of treatment is 7 days.
Pumpkin seeds are a treasure trove of useful substances, and their benefits to the human body are enormous. In folk medicine, they are used to treat diseases of the urinary system, cardiovascular diseases, tuberculosis, bronchitis, to perfectly cope with insomnia, depression, anxiety, to aid in a short recovery after surgery, and to prevent the development of cancer. In official medicine, they are used to treat worm infestations, and they have a negative effect on roundworms, tapeworms, and flukes.