Is pumpkin a squash? What is the difference between squash and pumpkin?

1. The difference between pumpkin and squash

According to national regulations, pumpkins and squash are actually the same plant. They are different products of the same species produced in different geographical environments and climatic conditions. But in some places in our country, pumpkin is the name of another variety of pumpkin.

If there is any difference between the two, it is mainly reflected in the following points. Melons are generally brittle and cannot be eaten after aging. Pumpkins can still be eaten after aging, and they taste better. In appearance, pumpkin is shorter than squash, and squash contains more water than pumpkin.

2. The disadvantages of eating too much pumpkin

Yellowing of the skin: If you eat cucumbers every day, it is easy for the beta-carotene contained in the cucumber to be deposited in the stratum corneum of the human skin, which will cause yellowing of the skin over time.

Causes bloating: Because pumpkin is rich in starch, sugar, cellulose and other ingredients, it is more likely to cause bloating. If consumed continuously, the bloating problem will worsen.

Causes allergies: Pumpkin also has a certain possibility of being an allergen, which may not show up when consumed in moderation. However, if consumed in excess, it may cause symptoms such as skin redness, swelling, and diarrhea.

Promotes dampness and heat: Pumpkin is warm in nature. If you eat it frequently, it may promote dampness and heat, which has a bad effect on people with stomach heat, so you must eat less.