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 We have expressions  about  zucchini such as “  You Made It Taste Like Zucchini”,  “Kabak Çı”,  “Pumpkin Exploding in Your Head”…

Zucchini is a different field product that is given by mothers in infancy, is not liked much in childhood and youth, but for some reason its taste is appreciated as we get older, but it is still disliked by some  …

There are many  types of PUMPKIN  …

Zucchini  Benefits: Fiber Rich, Nutritious, Fit Building

Zucchini is a low-calorie vegetable and is consumed in various ways.  It delights the stomachs of many people when it is included in appetizing tables as hash browns,  zucchini  soup,  zucchini salad and stew.

Since zucchini  is a vegetable with high nutritional value and low calories, it should be consumed frequently.

Zucchini  is served not only as food on the table, but also as a drink in glasses. Thanks to the benefits of pumpkin  juice, many people have been cured of intestinal diseases.

Have you ever wondered what pumpkin, which contains antioxidant minerals,   is good for?

Here are the benefits of zucchini for your health

1) Helps Lose Weight

For those who ask what the benefits of zucchini are, let us first say that this vegetable helps lose weight.

Pumpkin, which is rich in dietary fibers, keeps those who want to lose weight full for a long time.

Zucchini is very low in calories. Since 100 grams of zucchini contains 26 calories, it is suitable for diet nutrition.

If  you want to lose weight  by consuming zucchini, you can cook it with olive oil and consume it in moderate amounts.

2) Protects Eye Health

Pumpkin  contains vitamin A. It has a protective effect on eye health.

You can consume pumpkin regularly to live a life free from vision problems   .

In order for the retina to develop and function healthily,  you should pay attention to pumpkin  consumption.

Pumpkin helps you minimize the risk of eye problems. It supports your vision…

3) Prevents Heart Diseases

If you frequently host zucchini in your kitchen, you will keep heart diseases away from your home.

Since it is an antioxidant vegetable, it relaxes the vessels leading to the heart. It prevents vascular occlusion and prevents problems such as heart attack.

Pumpkin has pain relieving properties  and is also good for heart palpitations.

4) Cleanses the Intestines

Pumpkin, which facilitates the digestion of food thanks to its fibrous structure  , cleans parasites in the intestines.

It prevents intestinal obstruction and eliminates stomach bloating.

You can detox your intestines by squeezing the juice of the pumpkin and drinking 1 cup a day.

5) Makes the Skin Look Younger

Pumpkin is one of the beneficial foods that help the skin look better.

Grate the pumpkin, squeeze its juice and toner your face with this water.

As a result of regular application, you can see that the oiliness and acne on your skin disappear.

Zucchini  will take its place in your home as a vegetable that protects your stomach and skin.

6) Strengthens the Immune System

Containing vitamin C, calcium and vitamin A,  pumpkin  has the task of strengthening the immune system.

To stay away from diseases,  you can give pumpkin  puree to your babies starting from the transition to solid food.

If your baby is not allergic to zucchini, it will support the immune system.

When zucchini  is sautéed or baked with some olive oil, it will become beneficial for your body without losing its nutritional value.

7) It Protects Against Cancer

Antioxidant vegetables provide successful results in preventing cancer. Zucchini  is one of these vegetables.

By consuming pumpkin frequently,   you remove toxins from your body. Pumpkin  is a food that fights free radicals and strengthens the defense mechanism.

To stay away from cancer,  you can consume pumpkin  juice,  pumpkin  dish,  pumpkin  salad.

Not only green  zucchini  , but also pumpkin will help you protect yourself from cancer.

8) Balances Blood Sugar

Zucchini is on the list of foods with low glycemic index.

It is also easy to digest because it contains fiber. If you want to keep your blood sugar balanced; You can consume plenty of  pumpkin  .

 You can balance blood sugar by consuming pumpkin . This way, you prevent your blood sugar from suddenly rising.

When your blood sugar is balanced, you feel fuller and more energetic.

9) Relieves Stress and Pain

Pumpkin is good for the soul as well as the body.

Thanks to its antioxidant effect, it relieves tension in the body.

Since it has a pain relieving effect, it helps you feel calmer in situations such as stress and tension.

10) Purifies the Body from Toxins

Toxins accumulate in your body when you do not consume enough water, consume too much ready-made food, and frequently consume foods containing sugar.

You can consume pumpkin juice to get rid of toxins   .

Additionally, when you consume the zucchini dish and salad, a purification session will begin in your body.

Pumpkin is a food that protects and revitalizes you from head to toe.

Sample  Zucchini  Recipes:

1-Low Carb  Zucchini with Anchovy Sauce

Cut 3 Romano zucchinis into small pieces.

Sauté ¾ of them in a covered pan with olive oil, Himalayan salt and a clove of garlic, along with 3-4 anchovy fillets and red pepper.

Steam for 20 minutes, add the other 1/3. Add lemon zest…

Turn on the fire with the lid closed to remove moisture and finish the process at a suitable time without burning it…

Roll the remaining zucchinis into spirals and boil them in hot water for 20-30 seconds.

After putting them all in a bowl, grate cheese on top…

2-Immune-Friendly  Pumpkin  Soup

Cut the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds…

Fill both half sides with 10g Himalayan Salt and 50g butter…

Place it in the pot with the hollow side up and pour 500 cc of Meat or Chicken broth into the pot from the side of the zucchini… 1-2 pieces of meat or meat-chicken bunyon can be placed in it.

Close the lid and cook over medium heat for 45 minutes, puree with a blender, adjust the water ratio with hot water, boil for a few more minutes and then strain through a sieve…

Garnish with oil, preferably pumpkin seed oil, garlic breadcrumbs, rosemary and 1-2 spoons of sour cream…

3- Zucchini  and Cheese Salad

Cut the pumpkin into small slices, shave off the peel…

Reserve the seeds for frying…

Put 2 tablespoons of olive oil, zucchini slices, Himalayan salt into the foil and bake it in the oven at 180 ⁰  C for 25-30 minutes. Cool it and oil it when you open it. Sauté again in the pan…

Place it in the bowl and add pickled peppers, fried pumpkin seeds and Cheese…

Bon Appetit….Good Health…