Possessing abundantly fibrous fruits, zucchini squash is a vegetable that those with lazy intestines must eat. Zucchini contains mineral elements such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, sodium and iron. Zucchini cleanses the body, calms the nerves. It is recommended to steam zucchini in order not to lose its nutritional value. Zucchini may also be grated raw to add to salads.