Nutrition Jump on the Pumpkin Bandwagon! By UPMC, October 14, 2015 If there is one word that has become synonymous with fall, it’s pumpkin. As the leaves and temperatures start to fall, we add it to our drinks, our soups, our desserts… we just can’t get enough! Pumpkin is low in calories, high in fiber, helps lower cholesterol and manage weight. It’s a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, B vitamins, Zinc, beta carotene, and potassium. Even better, it can be incorporated into dishes both savory and sweet. From smoothies to soups, this vitamin-packed powerhouse can be a tasty addition to nearly anything. This season, find all the delicious ways you can use pumpkin in your life – anywhere from cooking to a pumped-up workout: Infographic: Health Benefits of Eating Pumpkin Still dreaming of pumpkin? Learn what this fall staple has to offer beyond adding a delectable flavor to your favorite food and drinks. Read More Pump Up Your Body With a Pumpkin Workout! Pump up your body during the holidays using pumpkins! Check out this infographic for 7 easy exercises that you can do at home with a pumpkin and 2 gourds. Read More Healthy Pumpkin Pie Alternatives Enjoy the irresistible flavor of pumpkin without the extra helping of regret. This fall, get your fix of pumpkin pie in a healthy way with our easy recipes. Read More Infographic: Pumpkin Spice Breakdown There's more to pumpkin spice than the extra-special flavor to baked goods. Discover the medical benefits of this signature fall flavor! Read More Recipe: Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Check out this easy recipe to whip up a healthier version of the pumpkin spice latte in your own kitchen! Read More
