Advisory Board September 23, 2024
As we head into fall, pumpkin-flavored drinks and foods are coming back into season, and experts say that pumpkins are high in nutrients and can be beneficial to your health. Here’s what you need to know.
Are pumpkins good for you?
According to Rachel Kopec, an associate professor of human nutrition at Ohio State University, pumpkins are what nutrition experts call a nutrient-dense food, meaning they have a large amount of nutrients and fairly few calories.
“Pumpkin offers a unique combination of nutrients that have powerful effects on brain health, primarily through its rich content of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals,” said Timothy Frie, a nutritional neuroscientist.
Pumpkins are a high source of vitamin A, which...
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