Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained

vegetables

USDA name: Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

GI: 65 (Medium)
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88 cal
P:3gC:3gF:0g
2.7g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories88

Total Fat0.2g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs3.4g

Fiber2.7g

Sugars0.7g

Protein2.7g

Macro Breakdown

Protein2.7g (41%)
Carbs3.4g (51%)
Fat0.2g (7%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index65 (Medium)
Glycemic Load3
Insulin Index60

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
6.1
Inflammation
9.1
Hormonal
6.5
Gut Health
10.0
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
10.0
Bone Health
8.9
Sleep
8.3
Exercise
6.0
Longevity
5.4
Detox
5.6
Immunity
8.2
Pral
6.5
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.1
Bioavailability
3.6
Electrolyte
5.5
Methylation

🧬 How Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 2% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 9% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 12% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 2% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Anemia

iron + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.

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Athletic Performance

protein + iron. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.

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Iron 18% DV

18% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

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Magnesium 9% DV

9% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal88.0 kJ—
Protein2.7 g5% DV
Total Fat0.2 g—
Carbohydrate3.4 g1% DV
Fiber2.7 g10% DV
Sugar0.7 g1% DV
Sodium244.0 mg11% DV
Calcium43.0 mg3% DV
Iron3.2 mg18% DV
Magnesium38.0 mg9% DV
Phosphorus79.0 mg6% DV
Potassium438.0 mg9% DV
Zinc0.2 mg2% DV
Vitamin C1.0 mg1% DV
Vitamin B60.2 mg12% DV
Folate25.0 µg6% DV
Vitamin A80.0 µg9% DV
Vitamin E1.0 mg6% DV
Vitamin K108.0 µg90% DV
Selenium0.9 µg2% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt affect hormones?
Yes — Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is rich in vitamin b6 (12% DV), which Cofactor for neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA). Supports progesterone production in luteal phase.. vitamin b6 supports Progesterone and Dopamine production. fiber supports Estrogen and Insulin production.
Is Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt good for blood pressure?
Yes. Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt provides 438mg of potassium per 100g (9% DV). Potassium helps lower blood pressure by counteracting sodium's effects and relaxing blood vessel walls. The sodium-to-potassium ratio is 1.8.
Is Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt good for weight loss?
Yes. At only 88 calories per 100g with 2.7g of fiber, Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is filling and nutrient-dense — ideal for weight loss. The fiber slows digestion and increases satiety hormones (GLP-1, PYY), helping you eat less at subsequent meals.
Does Pumpkin leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt contain anti-nutrients?
Oxalates (spinach, beet greens, Swiss chard — bind calcium). Goitrogens (raw cruciferous — broccoli, kale, cabbage — can impair thyroid iodine uptake). Cooking cruciferous vegetables deactivates goitrogens. Pair high-oxalate greens with calcium-rich foods (they bind in gut, not kidneys). Avoid green potatoes. Only a concern with very high raw intake + iodine deficiency (for goitrogens) or kidney stone history (for oxalates).