Butternut squash is a member of the gourd family and has lots of nutritional benefits. Its skin is yellow-beige, but inside its bright orange. Its brilliant color comes from beta-carotene, an antioxidant you’re your body turns into vitamin A. Studies show that vitamin A helps keep your eyesight sharp by deterring macular degeneration. It also helps prevent breast cancer.
Vitamin A gives butternut squash its bright color
Butternut squash has lots of other nutrients, including:
- Vitamin C: One cup of butternut squash gives you nearly half your recommended daily dosage. Vitamin C is necessary for tissue repair and immunity.
- Fiber: Good for your heart and digestive health.
- Potassium: Great your bones.
- Vitamin B6: Important for both immune and nervous system health.
- Folate: Helps guard against brain and spinal cord birth defects.
Vitamin C is vital for tissue repair and immunity
Butternut squash may also have anti-inflammatory effects, so get as much of this healthy vegetable as you can!
If you would like to learn more about healthy eating or would like to make healthy dietary changes, contact me for a free nutrition strategy session in person or over the phone.
If you would like to learn more about healthy eating or would like to make healthy dietary changes, contact me for a free nutrition strategy session in person or over the phone.
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