Fuel to Burn Fat

Foods of the Month
Pumpkin and Squash

October, ah yes, fall and 'tis the season of pumpkins and squash.
What could be better than a bowl full of butternut squash soup, yummmy!

Buying in season saves 30 to 60% on the cost of produce, makes cents.
Pumpkin and squash currently are at their peak in nutritional value and flavor.
When shopping look for firm, heavy squash and pumpkin, preferably without blemish.

Besides being so tasty, these babies are FULL of fiber. Fiber helps our fat loss efforts in numerous ways such as assisting in the processing of dietary fat, scrubbing our intestines clean, slowing the absorption of sugar, and helping control our insulin response (low the glycemic index food) at mealtime. Fiber also creates a sensation of fullness, helping us feel fuller sooner, longer which helps avoid snacking between meals.
In addition to fiber, pumpkin and squash provide a good source of potassium, great for heart health and lutein, which is good for our eyes....didn't your mother tell you to eat your carrots??

NutriTip: Pumpkins, Squash are are starchy carbs so get these babies in early on in your day when energy needs are at their highest.

Be well