The pumpkins have smooth, yellowish-orange skin with a creamy to orange-colored flesh that has a pleasant squash-like taste. Their flat, edible seeds (pepitas) are tender and mildly sweet.
NUTRIENT CONTENT
Pumpkin is high in vitamins A and C, which can help boost your immune system. Its supply of vitamin E, iron, and folate may strengthen your immunity as well.
Most of a pumpkin’s health benefits come from its micronutrient content and the fact that it’s a fiber-filled, low-carb fruit. While there aren’t many studies on pumpkin specifically, it is high in several nutrients that have established health benefits.