10 Reasons To Eat More Pumpkin

There seems to be pumpkin EVERYWHERE this time of the year, and rightly so. Not only is pumpkin absolutely delicious in meals, desserts and even drinks, but pumpkin is a bit of an undercover superhero. I've decided to expose this orange hero and come clean with all the amazing health benefits pumpkin has to offer.

The 10 Reasons To Eat More Pumpkin:

Pumpkin is good for your figure- Pumpkin contains tons of fibre and helps you stay fuller for longer. Including pumpkin into your diet can help curb those nasty sugar cravings and help you stick to your diet. So why not start your day with some pumpkin pancakes instead of that dreaded cereal.
Pumpkin is amazing for your skin- Due to the high levels of Vitamin C found in pumpkin, it can help your skin look and feel younger by maintaining the skins elasticity.
Pumpkin can protect you against cancer- Pumpkin contains beta-carotene which is proven to lower your risk of getting certain types of cancer. Skip the coffee in the morning and rather start your day with a deliciously healthy Salted Caramel Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Pumpkin can make you feel happy- Pumpkin contains a amino acid called tryptophan which has been found to boost your mood as it is an important part of producing serotonin.
Pumpkin gives you super vision- Pumpkin contains an immense amount of Vitamin A which is a very important nutrient for eye health as it helps the retina absorb and process light. The high vitamin A content has also been found to protect your eyes against cataracts. Add a little pumpkin puree to your dinner or lunch for superhero eyesight.
Pumpkin can rejuvenate you after a hectic workout- Pumpkin contains a large amount of potassium (even more than a banana) which has been proven to help you recover after a hectic workout because it restores your electrolytes. Why not have a few Pumpkin Donuts after your workout? Doesn't sound too bad right?
Pumpkin can destress you- Pumpkin contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties which can not only help with certain injuries but it can also help you to destress a little.
Pumpkin can keep you flu free- Pumpkin contains large amounts of Vitamin A and Vitamin C which are both important in boosting your immune system and helping your body fight infections.
Pumpkin boosts your heart health- Because of the fibre found in pumpkin, it can help keep your heart healthy as fibre binds with the bad cholesterol found in your body and therefore gets rid of the "bad" cholesterol before it can be absorbed into your body.
Pumpkin can help you sleep better- Due to the the amino acid tryptophan, pumpkin not only boosts your mood (see N04) but it can also help you to get a better nights rest.