MOSCOW, 12 Oct. American nutritionists talked about the beneficial properties of pumpkin. According to doctor Christy Gagnon, including pumpkin in the diet helps reduce the risk of developing cataracts. Also, the use of a vegetable helps to strengthen muscle tissue, bones and mucous membranes. Pumpkin also helps to effectively reduce weight. This is confirmed by nutritionist Mackenzie Burgess. «Pumpkin is useful for weight loss, as it consists mainly of water. It is low in calories, but it contains many nutrients,» Fox News quoted her as saying. Burgess added that the vitamin contained in pumpkin C helps immune cells get rid of harmful bacteria. And potassium regulates the balance of fluid and minerals in the cells of the body, maintains normal blood pressure. Nutritionist Michel Rauch notes that pumpkin is rich in fiber, which effectively satisfies hunger and lowers cholesterol. In addition, pumpkin seeds contain antioxidants that slow down the aging process, as well as magnesium, iron, zinc and manganese.
