Autumn is the most fertile season for root and tuber ingredients, and sweet potatoes and pumpkins are not only sweet and delicious, but also natural guardians of intestinal health. Attention friends who are always troubled by constipation, this combination may allow you to experience unprecedented pleasure!
I. Intestinal cleaning principle of sweet potato pumpkin
1. Dietary fiber duet
Sweet potato is rich in soluble dietary fiber, which can form gel like substances in the intestinal tract; Pumpkin provides a large amount of insoluble fiber, and the combination of the two is like a natural intestinal "broom". Sweet potatoes contain 3 grams of fiber per 100 grams, while pumpkins contain about 2.8 grams, far exceeding ordinary vegetables.
2. Enzyme substances assist digestion
The amylase in pumpkin can break down complex carbohydrates, while the mucin protein in sweet potatoes can protect the gastric mucosa. This synergistic effect allows food residues to pass through the digestive tract more smoothly.
2. Three ways to eat correctly
1. Steaming and cooking to preserve nutrients
Cut sweet potatoes and pumpkins into pieces and steam them for 15 minutes in water to maximize the retention of dietary fiber. After steaming, drizzle a little flaxseed oil to increase the absorption rate of fat soluble nutrients by three times.
2. Thick Soup Warm Stomach Version
Mix steamed ingredients with an appropriate amount of warm water to make a paste, sprinkle chia seeds to increase omega-3 content. Drinking a bowl in the morning and evening in autumn can warm the stomach and gently stimulate intestinal peristalsis.
3. Grilled Charcoal Flavor
Cut thin slices and brush with olive oil. Bake at 180 ℃ for 20 minutes until the edges are slightly charred. The baking process produces resistant starch, which is the favorite "food" of gut probiotics.
III. Precautions for Consumption
1. Gradually increase the amount
In the initial stage, the daily intake should not exceed 200 grams, and the amount should be increased after gastrointestinal adaptation. Sudden excessive consumption may cause bloating and discomfort.
2. The optimal time for consumption
is recommended as a staple food for breakfast or lunch. Consuming it at night when metabolism slows down may affect sleep quality.
3. Necessary ingredients
should be accompanied by sufficient water intake, and 200 milliliters of warm water should be consumed for each serving. Pairing with green leafy vegetables can provide a more comprehensive range of nutrients.
4. Caution should be exercised in these situations
1. People with excessive stomach acid
These two high starch foods may stimulate stomach acid secretion. For heartburn sufferers, it is recommended to pair them with alkaline foods such as tofu.
2. Although diabetes
belongs to low GI food, it is still necessary to control the single intake, and it is recommended to take it in small amounts in batches.
3. Intestinal sensitivity period
During the onset of acute gastroenteritis, consumption should be temporarily suspended, and try again from a small amount after recovery.
Adhere to a scientifically balanced diet, combined with moderate exercise and sufficient water intake, and you may find that your pants have become loose after a month. But remember that no single food can create wonders Developing a balanced diet habit is the long-term solution. Take advantage of the autumn harvest season and let these natural ingredients add points to your health!
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