What changes happen in your body after eating pumpkin side dishes, pumpkin pancakes, and zucchini?

Zucchini tastes great and is also highly nutritious~

I need to make pumpkin jeon~

✔️ Slow down brain cell aging... Reduce triglycerides and cholesterol

Lecithin found in zucchini helps slow down brain cell aging and supports cognitive function and memory retention. It is a type of phospholipid essential for the structure and metabolic processes of cells in the body. Phospholipids play a crucial role in nerve transmission and enzyme regulation. Lecithin also contributes to vascular health by reducing triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood. Regular consumption can help prevent arteriosclerosis, which narrows blood vessels, as well as heart attacks caused by complete blockages and strokes (ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke).

✔️ What nutrients in zucchini are good for eye protection and skin beautification?

Zucchini is rich in vitamin A and lutein, which are good for eye health. They protect the eyes and slow down the degeneration of vision (according to the National Cancer Information Center). Lutein also helps with skin beauty. In summer, strong ultraviolet rays pose a significant threat to eye health. It is advisable to wear sunglasses, parasols, wide-brimmed hats, and to consistently eat foods beneficial for the eyes. Zucchini is also abundant in potassium, vitamin B1, vitamin C, and minerals, which can help reduce fatigue during the hot weather.

✔️Zucchini + salted shrimp... Why do they have a synergistic effect on digestion?

The food that pairs well with zucchini is salted shrimp. When salted shrimp is added to zucchini dishes, the zucchini tends not to become mushy. Salted shrimp contains proteases that aid in protein digestion and lipases that break down fats, helping with digestion. Zucchini contains sugars that assist in absorption, making it suitable for people with weak digestion. The combination of salted shrimp and zucchini can create a synergistic effect on digestion. However, since salted shrimp is salty, caution should be taken with other seasonings.

✔️ Why is the zucchini covered with plastic?

Zucchini can continue to grow even during the process of moving to the store after harvest. Covering it with plastic wrap allows it to grow inside, reducing losses during transportation and improving quality. According to the National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, it prevents zucchini from growing much larger than the size of the plastic wrap, allowing for the harvest of zucchini with a consistent weight. It also helps prevent insect intrusion and ensures accurate sizing.

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What changes happen in your body after eating pumpkin side dishes, pumpkin pancakes, and zucchini?