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pumpkin- benefits

melindasuefritz
melindasuefritz Posts: 3,509 Member
edited January 25 in Food and Nutrition
Health Benefits of Pumpkin

1) Pumpkin is very rich in carotenoids, which is known for keeping the immune system of an individual strong and healthy.

2) Beta-carotene, found in pumpkin, is a powerful antioxidant as well as an anti-inflammatory agent. It helps prevent build up of cholesterol on the arterial walls, thus reducing chances of strokes.

3) Being rich in alpha-carotene, pumpkin is believed to slow the process of aging and also prevent cataract formation.

4) Pumpkins have been known to reduce the risk of macular degeneration, a serious eye problem than usually results in blindness.

5) The high amount of fiber, present in a pumpkin, is good for the bowel health of an individual.

6) Being loaded with potassium, pumpkin is associated with lowering the risk of hypertension.

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  • haaaleyx
    haaaleyx Posts: 83 Member
    Wow never knew all that ! I eat pumpkin all the time, it's so yummy. Now i'm going to want to eat it even more, haha thanks for the info ! ( :
  • ilmb87
    ilmb87 Posts: 216 Member
    I knew there was a reason I liked pumpkin, besides the taste. :)
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