PUMPKIN

PUMPKIN

• Pumpkin, generally known as “Bitter melon”, is considered as one of nature’s best medicinal vegetables as it is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help us keep healthy.
• Pumpkin might be useful in managing diabetes as it helps increase insulin secretion in the body.
• It is also one of the most beneficial vegetables to help boost immunity.
• All parts of this plant are used but seeds have gained more importance because of their high nutritional value.
• Pumpkin seeds are a rich source of bioactive compounds with medicinal properties.
• The oil obtained from the seed is used as a preservative and as an ingredient in cosmetics, foods and nutraceutical.
• Pumpkin seed oil helps keep the skin healthy and youthful.

What are the synonyms of Pumpkin? Cucurbita maxima, Ranga, Kumda, Kumbalakai, Dudde, Al Tumbi, , Koron, Parangikaji, Pushini, Gummadi, Saphurikomra, Farsi, Halwa Kaddu, Lal dhudhiya, Mattanga, Autumn Squash, Winter squash, Red gourd, Melon Pumpkin

What is the source of Pumpkin? Plant Based.