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Pumpkin is commonly viewed as a vegetable but it turns out that is a fruit, as it contains seeds.
Pumpkin is a type of winter squash. It is also referred as a gourd from the family of plants in the two Cucurbitaceae genera Lagenaria and Cucurbita, or also to their hollow, dried-out shell.
Pumpkin is nutritious and linked to many health benefits: * Rich in Vitamin A, Lutein and Zeaxanthin that may protect your eyesight.
* Packed with other vitamins and minerals that may boost immunity.
* Low in calories, as it’s 94% water that may promote weight Loss. One cup of cooked pumpkin (245 grams) contains (2): Calories: 49 Fat: 0.2 grams Protein: 2 grams Carbs: 12 grams Fiber: 3 grams
* Nutrient density and Low Calorie Count
* High antioxidant content that may reduce risk of chronic diseases. This is due to its contains of alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin and many others, which may protect your cells against damage by free radicals.
* Good source of potassium, vitamin C, fiber that may benefit heart health.
Warnings:
* Some people may experience allergies after eating pumpkin.
* It is mildly diuretic, which means eating a lot of pumpkin may induce a “water pill”-like reaction, increasing the amount of water and salt your body expels through urine.
* Pumpkin-based junk foods — such as lattés, candies and pie fillings — are loaded with added sugar. They do not offer the same health benefits as consuming the fruit.
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