Fiber is a key nutrient that supports gut health by regulating the gut microbiota and helping promote regular bowel movements.1 One cup of canned pumpkin puree has a whopping 7 grams (g) of fiber, which is close to 30% DV.2
Some data shows that pumpkin peel contains alcohol-insoluble polysaccharides, which tend to reduce bile acid and support the growth of gut microbiota.3
Since the development of certain cancers is linked to increased oxidative stress, a diet rich in antioxidants is recommended to reduce cancer risk.
Pumpkin has been investigated for its anti-cancerous properties, in part, because of its rich antioxidant content.4 It has been reported that the risk of several types of cancer, such as breast, rectal, and lung cancer, is lower among those who consume more pumpkin seeds.5
And other data has suggested that pumpkin may inhibit the development of prostate cancer, although quality human studies are needed to confirm this relationship.3
Pumpkin is a natural source of many immune health-supporting nutrients, including vitamin C, zinc, and selenium. And since proper hydration can impact immune health as well, the fact that pumpkin is approximately 90% water helps highlight another reason why this food can be an important part of an immune health-supporting diet.
Finally, since 70% of our immune system is in our gut, supporting gut health by eating fiber foods, like pumpkin, can impact our immune health as well.6
Data consistently shows that increased fruit consumption and non-starchy vegetables are linked to weight loss.7
Including pumpkin in your diet is an easy way to include more produce in your diet. One cup of cubed raw pumpkin contains very few calories—around 30 calories per cup. In fact, the fiber found in pumpkin may also help support weight management, as this nutrient has been shown to support satiety.8
Pumpkin is packed with the eye health-supporting vitamin A and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.9
Lutein and zeaxanthin are the only dietary carotenoids that accumulate in the retina, specifically the macula, and are called macular pigments.10 Consumption of these carotenoids has been shown to reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration.
Pumpkin is a natural source of many nutrients that supports heart health, including potassium, calcium, and magnesium. These three nutrients are emphasized in the Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension (DASH Diet), a diet that helps people manage their hypertension via their dietary choices.
Pumpkin is also a flavorful food that is low in sodium, another aspect of this food that may benefit healthy blood pressure.
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