Preserving cut pumpkins can be put in the refrigerator, and uncut pumpkins can be preserved at room temperature. Pumpkin is suitable for storage above 10℃, but it is not suitable for storage at 4-6℃ in freezer.
Anti-corrosion and fresh-keeping methods of pumpkins: Pumpkins with no skin trauma and few scars are selected and placed in a well-ventilated, clean and dry room at a temperature of about 15 degrees. Don't store it where the temperature changes too much. If you cut the melon, bits and pieces of mucus will appear on the side. Covered with non-toxic and clean plastic wrap, it can be preserved for 3~5 days without deterioration and rot. Pumpkins are more suitable for cold storage if they are cut, and generally can only be stored for 3 to 4 days.
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Pumpkin effect:
Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae. It is cultivated in the north and south of China, and its fruit is edible. At the same time, pumpkin is both a vegetable and a substitute for food, which is very popular in rural areas. It is found that pumpkin can not only satisfy hunger, but also has certain therapeutic value. Has the effects of promoting human growth, promoting diuresis, relaxing bowels and lowering blood sugar.
1. Promoting human growth and development Pumpkin is rich in zinc, which can participate in the synthesis of nucleic acid and protein in human body. It is an inherent component of adrenocortical hormone and an important substance for promoting human growth and development.
2, diuretic laxative Mannitol contained in pumpkin has the effect of diuretic laxative, which can promote the excretion of toxins in the body with urine and feces.
3. Protecting the gastric mucosa The pectin contained in pumpkin has adsorption, which can protect the gastrointestinal mucosa from stimulation, and also has a certain effect on promoting bile secretion, strengthening gastrointestinal peristalsis and helping digestion.
4. Hypoglycemic pumpkin is rich in cobalt, which can promote metabolism, strengthen hematopoietic function and participate in the synthesis of vitamin B 12 in human body. It is an essential trace element for human islet cells, and has the functions of assisting diet therapy to relieve diabetic symptoms and lower blood sugar.
References:
Baidu encyclopedia-pumpkin