Pumpkin is such a vegetable that is widely used not only in India but all over the world, it is considered as beneficial for health as it is tasty. It is very easy to cook and there is no problem with its digestion. But you must have noticed one thing, either we buy such pumpkins in which there are almost no seeds, and if seeds are present then we throw them in the dustbin while cooking. But if you come to know about their benefits, then probably you will not make this mistake again. Dr. Ayushi Yadav, a famous dietician working at GIMS Hospital in Greater Noida, told us how pumpkin seeds can be useful for us.
Benefits of eating pumpkin seeds
1. Tension will go away
Nowadays people's work, family, and financial pressure have increased a lot due to which they often have to go through tension and depression. Pumpkin seeds can be used to improve mental health, as they contain magnesium which helps to calm the mind. Apart from this, tension can also be removed through zinc and vitamin B present in pumpkin seeds.
2. Peaceful sleep will come
Nowadays, many people have the problem of getting less sleep, despite lakhs of effort, they are not able to sleep comfortably and keep on changing sides throughout the night. In such a situation, pumpkin seeds can help you get rid of the problem of insomnia. Insomnia goes away through its use.
3. Immunity will be boosted
After the coronavirus epidemic, a lot of emphasis is being laid on boosting immunity so that one can protect oneself from infection. Vitamin E is found in pumpkin seeds which boosts immunity.
4. Beneficial in diabetes
Diabetes patients must consume pumpkin seeds because it contains a lot of fiber, which works to provide relief for type 2 diabetes. Vitamin C is found in these seeds which is like a panacea for diabetes. This helps in controlling the blood sugar level.
