Can pregnant women eat gourd?

When a woman becomes pregnant, her body will continue to change as the pregnancy progresses. At this time, pregnant women should supplement some nutrition in time, which will have many benefits for the development of pregnant women and fetuses. Because everyone's physical constitution is different, the reactions during pregnancy are also different. When supplementing nutrition, you should supplement according to your own situation. Gourd is rich in vitamins and is especially suitable for pregnant women.

1. Pregnant women can eat gourds, but it is recommended to eat less

Gourd is a variety of the annual climbing herb gourd of the Cucurbitaceae family. It has creeping stems, heart-shaped leaves that are alternate, and white flowers bloom in summer and autumn. The shape of the fruit varies according to the species. Specifically, it is divided into gourd, bottle gourd, gourd (gourd) and flat gourd. Native to southern Africa. It has been cultivated in my country since ancient times, and is now a common summer delicacy among the people. Gourd melon is a vegetable that can reduce swelling and moisturize the skin. Can be eaten. Pregnant women should try not to eat cold foods, but gourd is neutral and slightly cold in nature, so it is okay to eat it in small amounts. However, when eating it, be careful to choose gourd that is not bitter and make sure it is fully cooked to avoid poisoning.

2. Effects of Gourd

Gourd is rich in VA, VB, VC, carotene, as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and other mineral elements. Its main functions are:

1. It can improve immunity and enhance physical fitness.

2. It has anti-cancer and anti-cancer effects.

3. It can lower blood sugar and is suitable for patients with hyperglycemia.

4. It can clear away heat and detoxify, moisten the lungs and promote bowel movements, and treat various fistulas.

5. It can treat dental diseases and has certain effects on loose teeth, swollen and painful gums, etc.

3. Benefits for expectant mothers

Gourd is rich in VA, VB, VC, and carotene, and its mineral nutrition is also balanced. If pregnant mothers eat it in moderation, it can help supplement vitamins, calcium and other beneficial ingredients, promote nutrient absorption, and relieve constipation and gum disease. Expectant mothers must choose gourds that are not bitter and cook them thoroughly before eating, otherwise they are prone to poisoning.

4. Benefits to the Fetus

After the fetus supplements with carbohydrates and proteins in gourd, it can maintain the normal functioning of the body and promote physical and intellectual development. The carotene and VA in gourd are beneficial to the vision development of the fetus, while VC and VB can enhance the immunity of the fetus and promote the normal development of the nervous system.

5. Gourd recipe

1. Fried ham with gourd:

Material selection:

When choosing gourds, it is best to take off a small piece when the vegetable seller is not paying attention to taste whether it is bitter or not. It is best to choose lean ham;

Production process:

a. Cut the gourd and ham into pieces

b. Heat the pan to 50% hot, add onion and ham, and fry until fragrant;

c. Put the cut gourd into the pot, add a small amount of thirteen spices, sugar, and water (only a little water is needed to draw out the moisture in the gourd), simmer for 5 minutes, and when the gourd becomes transparent, it means it is cooked;

d. Prepare water starch according to the amount of food, pour it into the food and stir-fry quickly, then add salt and chicken essence and remove from the pan.

2. Gourd Soup:

Material selection:

500 grams of mutton, 5 cardamoms, 6 gourds, 100 grams of white flour, and appropriate amounts of ginger, onion, salt and vinegar.

Preparation method

First, boil the mutton and cardamom into soup and remove the residue. Also, remove the skin of the pulp, slice it and mix it with the cooked mutton slices. Then make the noodles into noodles, cook them in broth, add ginger, onion, salt, vinegar, pulp and cooked meat and eat.

Description of efficacy: quench thirst and promote diuresis. This soup can be used as a supplement for those who suffer from thirst and loose urination due to water retention and inability to circulate body fluids, and who also have weak vital energy.