1. Is pumpkin high in sugar

The sugar content of pumpkin is not high. Because it tastes sweet, it will make people think that its sugar content is very high, but it is not. And it contains a lot of polysaccharides also have a certain role in lowering blood sugar, but patients with diabetes are best not to eat more, can only be appropriate to eat some. It is rich in β- Carotene can be converted into vitamin A in the human body, which can alleviate eye fatigue. In addition, it is rich in pectin, which can increase the sense of satiety, alleviate constipation and reduce weight.

2. What nutrients are there

Polysaccharide: pumpkin is rich in polysaccharide, which is a non-specific immune enhancer, which can improve human immune function and enhance human disease resistance.

β- Carotene: this kind of carotene can be converted into vitamin A in the human body, which plays a good role in protecting the growth and differentiation of epithelial tissue, protecting vision and alleviating eye fatigue.

Pectin: the pectin component contained in pumpkin can regulate the rate of digestion and absorption of food by human intestines and stomach, and slow down the absorption of sugars. It contains soluble cellulose, which can delay the emptying of food in the intestines and stomach and improve the problem of rising blood sugar after meals. It can also be combined with excess cholesterol in the human body to reduce the absorption of cholesterol and reduce cholesterol.

Mineral elements: pumpkin is rich in cobalt, which can promote human metabolism, enhance human hematopoietic function and promote the synthesis of vitamin B12.