The pumpkin is called the queen of the autumn harvest for a reason. It is unusually rich in vitamins. It contains large amounts of calcium, pectin and iron. And pumpkin drinks and dishes not only help to lose weight and improve digestion, but also contribute to better health in general. Learn to make pumpkin juice with pulp, which is a great source of vitamins in winter.
The benefits of pumpkin
The benefits of pumpkin have been proven more than once by numerous studies. It contains vitamins A, C, E, D, PP, K, as well as vitamins of group B. It is rich in such minerals as fluorine, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iodine. In addition, pumpkin is one of the few vegetables that can be stored at room temperature for a long time without losing its beneficial properties.
It helps to normalize metabolism and fight obesity, improves cardiovascular function and reduces the risk of hypertension. In addition, pumpkin helps fight acne because it contains a large amount of zinc.
Often doctors advise drinking pumpkin juice during colds and flu, as it helps to strengthen the immune system. The recipe for this juice is very simple.
You will need
1) Pumpkin.
2) Juice of two large oranges.
3) Citric acid - 0.5 tsp
4) Sugar - to taste.
Preparation
1) Wash the pumpkin and peel it. Remove fibers and seeds.
2) Cut the pumpkin into pieces, place in a saucepan, put on fire and cook until tender over medium heat.
3) Cool the finished pumpkin and grind with a blender. If you don't have a blender at hand, you can rub the pulp through a sieve or mash with a fork until smooth. Add sugar to the pumpkin puree and mix thoroughly.
4) In a saucepan, combine mashed potatoes, orange juice and citric acid. Put the pot on the heat again and bring to a boil. Alternatively, you can use apple juice instead of orange juice.
5) Pour the juice into pre-sterilized jars. Pumpkin juice is ready for the winter.
