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Jarrahdale pumpkin
Loaded with flavour grey skinned Jarrahdale is delicious roasted and served hot or cold. The Jarrahdale is native to Australia. It has smooth grey green skin with distinct ribs and a rich orange flesh that is not as sweet as the Jap pumpkin. Another bonus is that it is easy to cut.
Although pumpkin has a high GI is has a low Glycemic Load. The carb component of pumpkin has a high GI but because it's 87% water it will have little impact on your blood sugar levels. You can therefore include it as part of a healthy diet.
Category: Vegetable
In Season: Autumn Winter
To Buy:
Buy whole or cut in pieces. If buying in pieces check the sides to ensure they are not moist/damp.
To Store:
Store in a cool dry place whole or cut in the fridge wrapped tightly in plastic.
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Nutrition per 100 Grams:

Weight (grams):
100
Carbohydrates, g:
6
Fibre, g:
Fat (g):
0
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0
Potassium:
Salicylates:
No information available
Energy (kJ):
168
High GI > 70 :
Protein (g):
2
Saturated Fat, g :
0
Vitamin A:
Amines:
No information available
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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