THE PLUS SIDE OF THE UNPOPULAR PUMPKIN

How did pumpkins lose their popularity?

Just a few hundred years ago Native Americans highly valued the medicinal qualities of pumpkins.

Now the average American just carves them up and throws them away.
Even canned pumpkin pie filling is actually Dickinson squash!

A NEW APPRECIATION FOR THE NOBLE PUMPKIN

Today's health consciousness is bringing greater attention to the forgotten pumpkin.  Here are some great reasons to show the pumpkin some respect:

Weight Loss

 Pumpkins are high in fiber, but low in calories. Pumpkin seeds are high in protein. Both can help you feel more full and less hungry for longer periods of time.

Cancer
The beta carotene in pumpkin is an antioxidant which can help to prevent cancer better than supplements. The plant sterols in pumpkin seeds also help to prevent cancer.

Anti-Aging
The carotenoids in pumpkins help prevent wrinkles in your skin and give you healthier hair.

Immune Health
The Vitamin C in pumpkins help to strengthen the immune system to fight infections.

The zinc in pumpkin seeds is also good for the immune system.  It lowers blood sugar levels and can improve prostate health.

Arthritis 

Pumpkin seeds have anti-inflammatory properties to help relieve muscle and joint pain.

Heart Health
Pumpkin seeds have oleic acid to help reduce LDL cholesterol and raise good cholesterol.



Vitamin C, potassium, and omega-3 in pumpkins help to lower blood pressure.

Vitamin A
Pumpkins have an abundance of Vitamin A to promote sharp vision and strong bones.

Mood and Sleep
Pumpkin seeds have L-tryptophan, an essential amino acid that promotes the production of serotonin to help you feel happy and melatonin to help you sleep.

Brain Health
The beta carotene in pumpkins improves cognitive function and prevents Alzheimer's.

Prenatal Health
Pumpkins help provide important nutrients and oxygen for babies prenatally.  They aid the mothers' digestion, relieve abdominal cramps, and decrease the chance of premature delivery.  Pumpkins also contain iron to prevent anemia.



Hot Flashes
Pumpkin seeds have chromium which can help keep hormones in balance.  Pumpkin seed oil has been found to reduce hot flashes.

ENJOY YOUR PUMPKIN!

Smaller sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins are more flavorful than large carving pumpkins.

Look for at least some green color in the stems.  Don't pick up pumpkins by their stems.  This could produce damage leading to rot.  Whatever coloration or pattern it has should be consistent across the entire pumpkin.  Pumpkins should be firm with no soft or wet spots.

Bake at 375 degrees until tender.  Then freeze it for up to 6 months.

Seeds can be washed, dried, and tossed with a little olive oil then baked at 160 degrees for no more than 15 minutes to protect the healthy fats.

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