Pumpkin – Health Benefits
- Very low calorie
- Anti-aging, cancer prevention with beta and alpha-carotene
- High in fiber and mono-unsaturated fatty acids
- High in Vitamin A, C, and E
- Recommended for cholesterol control
- Encourages weight loss
- Protects the eyes
- High in B-vitamins
- Contains minerals such as copper, calcium, potassium, phosphorus
- High in flavonoid poly-phenolic antioxidants
- Good for the skin