According to Healthline, pumpkin is a low-calorie food but has many nutrients, good for the health of users and helps balance blood sugar levels.
Pumpkin contains fiber, which plays an important role in controlling blood sugar levels. Half a cup (120 grams) of pumpkin contains 12% of DV fiber.
Healthline also said that pumpkin is brightly colored and contains a lot of fiber and antioxidants, making it a great choice for regulating blood sugar levels. Pumpkin is a traditional diabetes treatment in many countries, including Mexico and Iran.
Pumpkin also contains carbohydrates called polysaccharides, which have been studied for their ability to regulate blood sugar levels. Treatments with pumpkin extract and powder have been shown to significantly reduce blood sugar levels.
In addition to fresh pumpkin, pumpkin seeds also have good effects on health. This seed is rich in healthy fats and protein that help control blood sugar levels.
A small 2018 study with 40 participants showed that consuming 65g of pumpkin seeds reduces blood sugar after meals by up to 35% compared to non-users.
Thanks to this use, doctors recommend it for patients with diabetes and high blood sugar. Pumpkin and red bean can be combined, cooked into soup to serve about 2 times/week.
This dish contains sugar and low heat content, which can improve the condition of people with diabetes and help balance blood sugar in the body.
At the same time, pumpkin soup with beans also supports the treatment of conditions caused by diabetes such as cardiovascular disease, neurology, kidneys, constipation, retina.
