Pumpkin is a highly nutritive food which is rich in vitamins, fibre, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals which help in healthy growth and development of your baby.
The best time to feed your baby pumpkins is when they start eating solid foods, especially after 6 months. You can choose your desired form to give your child; be it roasted, boiled or grilled.
Pumpkins are good for babies because;
1. Helps your baby to sleep better
Pumpkins contain amino acid tryptophan that helps the body to produce serotonin which induces calmness and drowsiness to your baby making him/her relax and sleep better.
2. Boosts your baby's immune system
Pumpkins contain antioxidants, antimicrobial properties and vitamin C which boosts your baby's immunity thus preventing him/her from illnesses and infections.
3. Helps in digestion
High amounts of fibre which are important in digestion are found in pumpkins. Your baby's bowel movement will be regulated efficiently and this prevents constipation.
4. Helps to improve eyesight
Pumpkins are rich in vitamin A and carotenoids which are essential components for improved eyesight. The carotenoids reduce the risk of several eye diseases and also the accumulation of fatty acids in the retina causing blurry vision.
5. Boosts energy levels
A good amount of potassium is found in pumpkins which boosts energy production in the body as well as increasing the number of electrolytes. This results to improved muscles functionality.