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Zucchini-An American originated summer squash is also known as courgette. This vegetable (Botanically a fruit) is from cucumber and melon family and for a number of reasons good for our health. Featuring tender and smooth skin, small edible seeds, crunchy flesh and high moisture content, it is a very low calorie, low sugar and carb food with high content of potassium, antioxidants, and vitamins.

1. Low Calorie for Weight Loss
   Zucchini has incredibly low calories, so is a favorite and much-preferred part of every weight loss diet. You can substitute the calorie rich foods by a sizable portion of this filling veggie and reduce your calorie intake up to a great extent. As it can keep your body hydrated, due to its 95% of water content, so can provide you more energy and fewer calories.
2. Rich Source of Potassium
   The high content of heart-healthy mineral, potassium of Zucchini can give you more than 15 percent of your everyday requirement. Potassium can naturally lower the blood pressure as it can counteract the effects of high sodium content. Sufficient intake of Potassium can reduce the risk of heart stroke and lower the odds of heart disease.
3. Can Improve Digestion
   Zucchini is often recommended for digestive issues and diverticulitis (which can cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, and fever), as they are rich in nutrients and electrolytes. Largely it is water and offers some dietary fibers as well, so can be digested easily. By consuming the whole food with skin and seeds you can obtain the biggest digestive boost.
4. Help to control Diabetes
   Zucchini is low in sugar and carbs and high in nutrients, so it can avoid diabetes. It can combat the diabetes problems by controlling the blood sugar levels. Due to the presence of low carb and low glycemic index, it can prevent insulin dips and spikes and be a good food for diabetes patients.
5. Can Maintain Eye Health
   This summer squash Zucchini is a good source of phytonutrients like manganese, vitamin C, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which are considered as great antioxidants for eyes and can defend the eyes from any disease, including cataracts and glaucoma. Along with eyes, it can also keep the skin free from signs of aging.

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