Hallowe’en is here. You’ve carved your Jack-o’lantern and are ready to go trick-or-treating. But wait- don’t throw out the guts of your pumpkin! Eating it has many benefits. It is high in Fibre, which aids in weight loss and helps avoid heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, which could increase your risk of poor oral health and gum disease It is high in Zinc, whose deficiency can lead to weak bones and poor dental health Consuming pumpkin is beneficial for patients with bleeding gums as zinc boosts gum health. It is high in Magnesium, which works with calcium to strengthen enamel and resist tooth decay. Calcium alone is ineffective as without magnesium, the enamel is softer and weaker. It provides a Vitamin boost: pumpkin contains Vitamin A that promotes healing and can help damaged gums. It also contains Vitamin C that strengthens your immune system and defends against oral infections f you want to learn more about nutrition and oral health, contact us on 02025881750 or through www.gallanidentalcare.com for an appointment!