I love pumpkin! Pumpkin pie, pumpkin cake, pumpkin pudding, pumpkin latte, pumpkin smoothies, pumpkin bagels and the list goes on. It seems though this is the only time of the year that I seem to have it. Considering the health benefits of Pumpkin, I should be eating it a lot more!
According to The Hub Pages , Pumpkin is rich in anti oxidants.
Beta carotene—The rich orange color is a dead give away to the nutrients present in pumpkin. Research shows that people who eat a diet rich in beta-carotene are less likely to develop certain cancers than those who fail to include beta-carotene-rich foods in their diet.
Loaded with Potassium—Studies show people who have a potassium rich diet lower the risk for hypertension. Potassium rich foods include bananas, broccoli, avocados, pomegranate and many others.
Zinc—Not only is zinc a major boost for your immune system, it also aids in bone density support for people at risk for osteoporosis.
High in Fiber—Diets rich in fiber may prevent cancer, heart disease and other serious ailments.
I need more Potassium & Fiber in my diet! I have to take prescribed Potassium supplements and those things are huge! If you have ever had to have IV Potassium, you will absolutely want to be sure you get plenty of it naturally!
Other health benefits include being linked to a healthy prostrate, anti-inflammatory benefits for people with Arthritis & it’s also said it helps your skin look younger!
With all that being said, here is how I am helping my self and my family to be healthier!
EASY PUMPKIN MUFFINS
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. oil
3 eggs
1 lb. can pumpkin
1 1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. soda
2 tsp. cinnamon or Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
Measure all ingredients in a big mixing bowl. Beat together well for 5 minutes. Pour into cupcake pans (fill more than 1/2 full). Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.
Here is the result:
These are so moist & delicious!! I made a cream cheese frosting to go on them but I intentionally left that out because that totally makes everything I just said about the health benefits null and void…LOL. Anyway, try the out the recipe and let me know what you think!
Enjoy!
