
The Role of Insulin in Weight Gain
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by Cleveland Clinic Wellness Editors
Simple to prepare, this dessert scores low in fat and calories but high on the flavor scale. Pumpkin is a great source of beta-carotene, a form of vitamin A that helps to promote healthy vision.
Yield: 4 servings
Nutrition Facts Per Serving (1/2 cup): 130 calories, 1 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 5 mg cholesterol, 280 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 1 g dietary fiber, 11 g sugars, 9 g protein