When Fall hits the US, it is a must to embrace the pumpkin! There’s no vegetable quite like this one, 50 shades of orange, all shapes, and sizes, from desserts, to juice, to mouth-watering and hearty dishes.
You can safely snack away on Fall’s superstar, knowing that you’ll be receiving an abundance of vitamins and minerals.
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Rich In Magnesium: The seeds in particular, are super high in magnesium, a mineral essential for our health. This one mineral is responsible for a whole host of reactions in the body, such as the synthesis of RNA and DNA.
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Immune Boosting: Did you know the color of pumpkin is from the levels of Beta-Carotene present? This powerful antioxidant helps ward off disease and boost the immune system. The seeds are also rich in zinc, which will help maintain a healthy immune system.
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Skin Protecting: With high levels of vitamin A, C and E, pumpkins are perfect for your skin, inside and out!
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Mood Boosting: There’s a good reason you feel happier after eating pumpkin, this is because of the tryptophan. This amino acid is essential in your body for the production of proteins, vitamin B, niacin and also, neurotransmitters, serotonin, and melatonin. All great for creating those feel good emotions!






