Pumpkin

Vegetable Description

Common names: Winter squash

Local names: HalwaKaddu or Kaddu, Gummadikaya

Pumpkin is a plump, nutritious orange vegetable and a highly nutrient dense food. It is low in calories but rich in vitamins and minerals, all of which are also in its seeds, leaves, and juices.

Nutrition:

Pumpkin has high fiber, helps fight inflammation because of omega 3 fatty acids. It is a great source of Vitamin A,C,E & magnesium. It is also high in Zinc which boosts immune system. It is best known source of Beta carotene, a powerful antioxidant which benefit the human body.