"Compendium of Materia Medica" records: "Pumpkin is warm, sweet and enters the spleen and stomach meridians", which can tonify the middle temperature, benefit qi, diminish inflammation, sterilize and relieve pain. Its rich pectin can "adsorb" bacteria and toxic substances, including heavy metals and lead, and play a detoxification role. At the same time, pectin can protect the stomach from irritation and reduce ulcers. Pumpkins can be used to cook porridge or soup to nourish the stomach.