Happy Halloween Everyone!
Pumpkins are a great source of vitamins and minerals, particularly beta-carotene, vitamin C, and potassium. They also help prevent atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, which can lead to strokes and/or heart attacks.
For information on the health benefits of pumpkin seeds, have a look at http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=82
Have a fun and healthy Halloween,
Rhea