Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seed kernels, also known as pumpkin seeds, gold melon seeds, is one of the common medicinal herbs, but also people's daily consumption of dried fruits. In Chinese medicine theory, pumpkin seed kernel is considered to have a variety of medicinal value, to reconcile the spleen and stomach, invigorating Qi, deworming and so on. The following is the application of pumpkin seed kernels in traditional Chinese medicine and its efficacy.

１．Tonifying the kidney and replenishing the essence

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that pumpkin seed kernels have a sweet and smooth nature, and belong to the kidney and colon meridians. They have the effect of tonifying the kidneys and nourishing essence. According to the Compendium of Materia Medica, moderate consumption of pumpkin seed kernels can have a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on symptoms such as waist and knee soreness, dizziness, tinnitus, and nocturnal emission caused by kidney deficiency

２．Deworming

Pumpkin seeds contain fatty acids and phytosterol, which have been shown to repel worms. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat Intestinal parasite, such as roundworms and tapeworms. It is also customary to fry and eat pumpkin seeds to prevent Intestinal parasite in children.

３．Moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that pumpkin seed kernels can moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements, and have a certain relieving effect on constipation. The “Suixijuyin cookbook” mentions that pumpkin seeds moisten the lungs, stop coughing, smooth the intestines, and promote bowel movements. It is suitable for constipation problems in elderly people or those with physical weakness.

４．Anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory measures

Pumpkin seed kernels are rich in trace elements such as vitamin E and zinc, which help with anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory effects. They also have some auxiliary therapeutic effects on inflammatory diseases such as prostatitis and mastitis.

５．Preventing cardiovascular diseases

Modern research has found that unsaturated fatty acids in pumpkin seeds can lower cholesterol levels in the blood, helping to prevent cardiovascular diseases such as arteriosclerosis and hypertension.

６．Other benefits

In addition to the main benefits mentioned above, pumpkin seed kernels are also believed to have diuretic, antidepressant, and sleep improving effects.

When using pumpkin seeds, the following points should be noted：

· Due to the flat nature of pumpkin seeds, they can be consumed by the general population. However, due to their high content of fatty oils, they should not be consumed in excess to avoid increasing gastrointestinal burden.

· For individuals with specific diseases, such as kidney disease patients, they should consume under the guidance of a physician.

· Pregnant and lactating women are advised to consult a doctor before consumption.

In short, pumpkin seed kernels are a medicinal and edible ingredient with wide applications in traditional Chinese medicine. However, when used as medicine or dietary therapy, the principles of traditional Chinese medicine for diagnosis and treatment should be followed, combined with personal constitution and condition, and consumed in moderation. If you have any health problems, you should consult a professional physician in a timely manner.