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How to Keep Your Jack-O’-Lantern From Turning Into Moldy, Maggoty Mush Before Halloween
By Matt Kasson Your Health

How to Keep Your Jack-O’-Lantern From Turning Into Moldy, Maggoty Mush Before Halloween

For many Americans, pumpkins mean that fall is here. In anticipation, coffee shops, restaurants and grocery stores start their pumpkin flavor promotions in late August, a month before autumn officially begins. And shoppers start buying fresh decorative winter produce, such as pumpkins and turban squash, in the hot, sultry days of late summer. But these […]

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The Incredible Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
Medically Reviewed Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

The Incredible Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

Not only are pumpkin seeds delicious, eating them on a regular basis has been shown to promote heart and prostate health while keeping a range of cancers at bay. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at some of the advantages of eating pumpkin seeds.

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Picking the Most Nutritious Fall Fruits and Veggies
Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Picking the Most Nutritious Fall Fruits and Veggies

Picking the best fruit and veggies that are grown in the U.S. means knowing the optimal growing seasons for each (choosing locally grown food is also better for the economy and the environment). Here are eight fruits and vegetables that are at their most nutritious and delicious in the fall.

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