Pumpkin

Pumpkin is a nutritious vegetable being part of the squash family and a highly nutrient dense food. It is low in calories but rich in vitamins and minerals, all of which are also in its seeds, leaves, and juices. (source: Medical News Today).

Pumpkin has a range of fantastic benefits, including being one of the best-known sources of beta carotene which may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer. Other benefits known with Beta carotene are offering protection against asthma, and heart disease and decreasing the risk of age-related macular degeneration.

High in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C content pumpkin support good healthy heart and helps in the control of diabetes and blood sugar levels.