October

The Month of the Pumpkin

Did you know?

  • Pumpkin has antioxidants that may reduce the risk of some cancers

  • Pumpkins are a fruit

  • Contains potassium and vitamin A

  • Boosts immune system

  • The flowers on the vine of a pumpkin are actually safe to eat

  • Originally pumpkins were used in crusts not in the filling of a pie

  • Pumpkins are composed of 90% water

  • There are 45 different types of pumpkins!

  • Every pumpkin has roughly 500 seeds in it.