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The Health Benefits of Pumpkin

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It is the fall season and pumpkins are everywhere. Pumpkins are highly nutritious, containing proteins, carbohydrates, carotenoids, vitamins, and minerals. Here are some health benefits of pumpkin:

  • Highly nutritious and particularly rich in vitamin A
  • High antioxidant content may reduce your risk of chronic diseases
  • Packs vitamins that may boost immunity
  • High in nutrients that protect your eyesight
  • Nutrient density and low-calorie count may promote weight loss
  • Antioxidant content may lower your risk of cancer
  • Potassium, vitamin C, and fiber may benefit heart health
  • Contains compounds that promote healthy skin
  • High in vitamins and minerals that improve gut health

Pumpkin is a nutritious fruit to eat all year round, so don’t just save it for fall. Pumpkin is a healthy food ingredient that is versatile enough to be used in sweet and savory dishes and can improve recipes with its taste. You will benefit from its vitamins and minerals.

 

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Mother’s Day Delight: Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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Why not give Mom a break this Mother’s Day and make her some delicious, healthy and low calorie Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps? Recipe courtesy of Weight Watchers.

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  • 1 tsp canola oil   
  •   3 medium uncooked scallion(s), thinly sliced   
  •   1 medium yellow pepper(s), seeded and diced   
  • 1/2 tsp ginger root, fresh, peeled and grated   
  •   1 pound(s) uncooked ground turkey breast, lean   
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder   
  • 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce   
  •   8 leaf/leaves (large) lettuce, Iceberg variety   

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallions, bell pepper, and ginger; cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute.
  • Add the turkey and chili powder; cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce.
  • Divide the turkey mixture evenly among the lettuce leaves; roll up tightly and serve at once. Yields 2 wraps per serving.

Notes

  • We think ground turkey, with its rich flavor, is best suited to this dish, but you can use ground skinless lean chicken breast, if you prefer. For a heartier meal, try using 2 (10-inch) flour tortillas for the wrappers instead of the 4 lettuce leaves, making half a tortilla per serving and increasing your PointsPlus value by 2.

All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.