What Are the Benefits of Squash & Zucchini?
Squash and zucchini make a versatile addition to a healthy diet. Like other vegetables, they are low in saturated fat, high in nutrients and fiber and low in calories. Summer squashes include yellow (crookneck and straightneck) squash, patty pan squash and zucchini. Winter squash comes in many varieties including butternut, acorn, spaghetti, turban, sweet dumpling and carnival squash. Nutrients Both winter squash and summer squash are rich in nutrients important to cardiovascular health. These nutrients include vitamin C, vitamin A, folate and potassium. Fiber Winter and summer squash are both good sources of fiber. Fiber helps promote regularity as well as blood sugar stability, weight loss and cardiovascular health. Fiber promotes cardiovascular health by helping to lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels. Weight Loss Summer and winter squashes can aid weight loss efforts because they are tasty, bulky and low in calories. They can be used to add substance to meals without a
