Pumpkin: Not just Halloween decorations, but also a real all-rounder on your plate! Find out why pumpkin protein from HANS is the ultimate superhero in your diet. Delicious and versatile - let yourself be inspired by the benefits of this power food!
1. the power of pumpkin protein: our top 5 highlights
In recent years, science has gained exciting insights into the many nutritional benefits of pumpkin. The various parts of the pumpkin fruit provide a wealth of primary and secondary metabolites. These include proteins, carbohydrates, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, carotenoids, tocopherols, tryptophan, delta-7-sterols and many other phytochemicals (Batool et al., 2022).
Now let's take a closer look at the power of pumpkin protein - here are our top 5:
- Full protein power: plant protein at its best. Pumpkin protein is the ultimate source of plant protein. It contains all the essential amino acids. A real dream, especially for vegetarians and vegans who are looking for a high-quality source of protein.
- Extra portion of fiber. Pumpkin protein contains an extra portion of fiber!
- Vitamins & minerals in abundance. A nutritional package in a class of its own! Pumpkin has increasingly attracted the attention of scientists due to its impressive nutritional profile (Batool et al., 2022). It contains large amounts of magnesium, iron, zinc and vitamin K.
- Delicious taste: enjoyment made easy. Enjoyment without compromise! The taste of our pumpkin protein is unbeatable. With its slightly nutty taste, it gives your meals and snacks that certain something!
- Bonus: Antioxidant power. The protein is also rich in antioxidants.
2. How you can integrate pumpkin protein into your diet
From protein shakes and mueslis to soups and bread - pumpkin protein is versatile and adds an extra portion of nutrients to your favorite recipes.
And hey, our pumpkin protein recipes are real hits! For example, we have our delicious pumpkin protein bread here. Perfect for an energizing start to the day or as a hearty snack between meals.
And then there's our creamy protein pumpkin soup here - perfect for spooning in. It's even better with a pinch of pumpkin protein.
Oh, and by the way: pumpkin protein is also great as a snack. Whether you prefer it roasted or unroasted - you decide.
4. bibliography
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Kaur, S., Panghal, A., Garg, M. K., Mann, S., Khatkar, S. K., Sharma, P., &
Chhikara, N. (2019). Functional and nutraceutical properties of pumpkin - a review. Nutrition & Food Science, 50(2), 384-401. https://doi.org/10.1108/nfs-05-2019-0143