Who should not eat pumpkin
Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A. It also helps to keep the skin, bone and teeth healthy. Apart from this, it is full of fiber which prevents many diseases. It increases the metabolic rate of the stomach and accelerates digestion. Pumpkin contains antioxidants such as alpha-carotene, beta-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin. These antioxidants can neutralize free radicals and prevent your cells from being damaged. However, eating pumpkin is not beneficial in every situation. Why do you know about this?
When and who should not eat pumpkin
Do not eat pumpkin if the stomach is not right: Pumpkin food can increase symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) infection. Because of this you may get food allergies. Apart from this, pumpkin food can affect digestion, which can further increase problems.
Food poisoning can occur: Pumpkin food can transmit bacteria, viruses and other pathogens that can cause disease. This can cause food poisoning and make you seriously sick. There can be vomiting, nausea and many types of problems after eating it and it can severely affect the body including diarrhea.
Pregnant or breastfeeding mother: Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid eating it. Also keep in mind that before consuming any food items, one should always check with the doctor about your diet to ensure that it is safe for them or not.
Damage due to some drugs: Pumpkin’s nutrients can encourage the body to eliminate the amount of water quickly i.e. dehydrates. Which can affect how the body absorbs certain medications like lithium. So avoid eating pumpkin with medicines.
Low BP: Pumpkin seeds contain beta carotene and magnesium which can help reduce blood pressure levels. But, if you are using medicines like high BP medicines, talk to the doctor before adding pumpkin to your diet. So, avoid eating pumpkin in all these situations.
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