5 Healthy Ways to Include Pumpkin in Your Diet

29th January 2026 lifeofindian

Why Pumpkin Is Healthy

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Pumpkin Soup

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Pumpkin Puree in Smoothies

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Roasted Pumpkin Cubes

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Pumpkin Seeds Snack

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Pumpkin in Baked Goods

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