Pumpkins…Health Benefits Beyond Halloween Decor

Halloween is over, which means, pumpkins are officially on sale! Pumpkins have many health benefits and they are a great addition to many recipes from pies, to soups, to stews. Fun fact, pumpkins are actually a fruit! they are a berry belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family and not a vegetable as most people think. If you are not convinced yet, here are five surprising health benefits to adding pumpkins to your diet:

Immune system Pumpkin’s orange colour is due to an antioxidant called beta-carotene. Some of this antioxidant is converted into Vitamin A. A beta-carotene-rich diet may reduce the risk of developing some types of cancer, including lung and prostate cancer. Pumpkin is also a good source of vitamin C which may improve your chances of recovering from seasonal flu.

Digestion. Pumpkins are rich in fibre, which means it keeps your digestive system functioning properly, filling you up for longer times.

Vision. One cup of pumpkin contains nearly twice the recommended daily intake of vitamin A meaning sharper vision – especially in the dark (Vitamin A may also help fight infection).

Blood pressure. The Potassium content of pumpkin balances out the effects of sodium which is beneficial for those with high blood pressure and supports overall heart health.

Balances blood sugar. Research suggests that eating pumpkin reduces blood glucose levels by improving glucose tolerance and regulating the amount of insulin the body produces which is good news for diabetics.

What is naturopathic medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is an alternative health care approach that sees benefit in mixing modern scientific knowledge with traditional natural forms of medicine. It can treat both acute and chronic conditions. Any treatment is solely based on the patient’s physiological, structural, psychological, social, environmental and lifestyle factors.

How Can PhysioChiroWellness Help?

At PhysioChiroWellness Integrated Health Centre our highly-skilled practitioners work together to create fully integrated health solutions that may include physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, medical aesthetics amongst others. Our professionals will work together towards achieving an optimal health for all our patients through a holistically approach when treating any condition or pain they may present. This service is provided in our Ajax, Mississauga, Newmarket, & Vaughan clinics and can be booked at any time.

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Pumpkins…Health Benefits Beyond Halloween Decor