Nutrition of Millet and Pumpkin Congee
Release time : 03/26/2026 09:30:05
The rice porridge made with pumpkin not only has a delicious color, aroma and taste but also has high nutritional value.
The nutritional components of the millet pumpkin porridge are very diverse. Millet is rich in various vitamins, amino acids, fats and carbohydrates. Pumpkin not only has many vitamins and minerals but also a lot of dietary fiber.
The porridge made with rice and pumpkin together has the effects of strengthening spleen and stomach, benefiting Qi, and helps to maintain the balance of human nutrition.
Red rice pumpkin porridge is a nourishing food. The health benefits of the red rice and pumpkin are both very strong. When made into porridge, it not only ensures the original taste of the ingredients but also retains the nutrients well.
The nutritional content of pumpkin is relatively complete and its nutritional value is very high, making it an excellent combination with the rich vitamins in the coarse grains such as millet.
Pumpkin contains starch, protein, carotene, vitamin B, vitamin C and calcium, phosphorus and so on.
In the young pumpkin, there is more vitamin C and glucose than in the old one.
Old pumpkins are rich in calcium, iron, and carotene.
Pumpkin is very rich in dietary fiber, which makes it an excellent food for nourishing the stomach.
As the "first grain," millet contains a variety of vitamins, amino acids, fats and carbohydrates.
Since xiaomi usually does not require refining, it retains more nutrients and minerals, of which the content of vitamin B1 is several times that of rice, and the content of minerals is also higher than rice.
Red rice contains a high amount of iron, which has good blood-building effects. It also contains a lot of phosphorus, 2 to 3 times that of white rice. Red rice, when made into porridge, not only retains its nutritional components but is also more easily absorbed. Therefore, red rice porridge is one of the most nutritious ways to eat it.
It's evident that the nutritional value of Xiaomi Pumpkin Soup is exceptionally high! The benefits of Xiaomi Pumpkin Soup, as a nutritious and delicious health soup, are numerous. One of the most significant advantages is its positive effect on the digestive system.
TCM believes that pumpkin is warm in nature, sweet and non-toxic, entering the spleen and stomach meridians. It can moisten the lungs and boost qi, transform phlegm and eliminate thick phlegm, expel parasites and detoxify, alleviate coughing and asthma, treat lung abscess and constipation.
Furthermore, pumpkins are also known for their diuretic and beauty-enhancing properties.
Modern medical research indicates that pumpkin contains abundant pectin and vitamins. The pectin has good adsorptive properties, which can bind and eliminate bacteria toxins and other harmful substances in the body, such as lead, mercury, and radioactive elements. Therefore, using pumpkin has a detoxifying effect.
Pumpkin contains pectin which can protect the gastric mucosa from rough food and stimulate the healing of ulcers, promote bile secretion and strengthen gastrointestinal motility, thereby aiding the digestion of food.
Overall, pumpkin has a good effect of clearing heat and detoxifying.
Xiaomi also has good medicinal effects. It not only strengthens the spleen and kidney, but also has a good effect on calming the mind, nourishing the spirit, nourishing yin and beautifying the face.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, millet is said to "harmonize the stomach and warm the middle," making it beneficial for those with diarrhea, vomiting, indigestion, and diabetes.
Eating millet, which can effectively nourish the middle and qi, has therapeutic effects on diseases such as cold deficiency of the spleen and stomach, insufficient qi and blood, and insomnia.
Therefore, mung pumpkin porridge can also be used as a medicinal and restorative food.
How to make rice porridge with pumpkin? The main ingredients are millet and pumpkin. Both are rich in nutrients, so they can nourish the stomach when eaten together.
How to make a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for mung bean pumpkin porridge, including the preparation of ingredients and key steps. Let's learn to cook it together! Ingredients needed: 100g of mung beans, 300g of pumpkin. 1. Peel the pumpkin and cut into chunks, then wash the mung beans thoroughly and soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2. Prepare an appropriate amount of water, about 500ml, pour it into the rice cooker, add millet and cook for 30 minutes.
When cooking rice, mix the pumpkin into a puree with a blender.
3. Add pumpkin and continue to cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Cooking Skills: 1. Before boiling porridge, soak the millet in advance. This not only saves the time of cooking porridge but also makes the porridge more smooth and sticky.
2. When making porridge, it is best to use all the water at once, avoiding adding more during the cooking process. If you must add water later, ensure that the added water is boiling.
3. If the pumpkin is cut into small pieces or made into a paste, it does not need to be cooked with millet at the same time; it can be cooked later. For chunks, it should be boiled together with millet so that it can be fully cooked.
4. During the cooking process, avoid stirring frequently. Once the millet has sprouted and the pumpkin is fully cooked, gently stir with a spoon. At this point, the pumpkin easily breaks apart.
5. Pumpkin itself has a sweet flavor, so making pumpkin rice porridge doesn't require any sugar. Of course, if you prefer it sweeter, you can add some sugar, but preferably use rock sugar.
The appropriate population for the consumption of mung bean and pumpkin porridge is generally safe for all. It is especially recommended for children aged 1-3 years old and the elderly, who can consume it in abundance.
Due to the medicinal properties of pumpkin and millet, both are beneficial for individuals suffering from blood qi deficiency and physical weakness. Consumption of these foods can effectively alleviate certain ailments.
Friends in need might consider trying out the Xiaomi Pumpkin Soup; it's made from scratch and tastes healthy and satisfying.
1. Pregnant Women: For nourishing the deficiency-cold, mung bean porridge is rich in nutritional value and is hailed as "the substitute for ginseng soup."
The content of iron, vitamins B1 and B2 in millet is higher than that in rice, so it can help the postpartum women to nourish their blood.
2. Patients with gastric diseases: The rice porridge made from millet and pumpkin is rich in vitamins B1 and B2, which can nourish the spleen and strengthen the stomach, prevent indigestion.
3. Diabetic Patients: Pumpkin is rich in cobalt, which can activate the metabolism of the human body and participate in the synthesis of vitamin B12 in the human body, which is a trace element necessary for pancreatic cells. It has a certain therapeutic effect on preventing and lowering blood sugar. 4. Individuals with Insomnia: Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that millet is slightly cold in nature and sweet in taste, with the effects of strengthening the spleen, harmonizing the stomach, and promoting sleep.
Additionally, millet contains rich starch which can make people feel full after eating and promote the secretion of pancreatic tryptophan in order to increase the amount of tryptophan entering the brain.
5. Elderly and hypertensive patients: Pumpkin contains high calcium, potassium, low sodium, and also contains phosphorus, magnesium, iron, copper, manganese, chromium, and boron. It has certain effects in the prevention of osteoporosis and hypertension.
*The medical information provided in this text is for reference only.
In the event of discomfort, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment should be based on a professional consultation at a hospital.