Pumpkin is an athlete’s best friend!

We always recommend fresh over canned foods, but in the case of pumpkin, the canned variety actually retains a lot of its nutritional value.  That’s good news because pumpkin is packed with nutrients that help your performance goals, like vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, iron, and most note-worthy, vitamin A.

Here’s the lowdown:

• Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that also contributes to collagen production to support joint and soft tissue health. This translates to improved recovery of muscle and connective tissue post-training. It could also mean faster recovery time from injuries. It may not have a direct effects on sports performance, but we know that anything that helps fight oxidative stress in the body is paramount to helping athletes recover in general.
• Pro Tip: absorption of vitamin A is enhanced by eating some fats at the same time… like the healthy fats in cashews in this recipe WIN-WIN!
• Just one cup of pumpkin has 245% of the RDI (recommended daily intake) for vitamin A!

 

 

This recipe is:

Dairy-free
Egg-free
Grain-free
Gluten-free
Soy-free
Vegan
Vegetarian

View or download your Raw Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe here

All about the food!

It’s my mission to show you how to eat a broad variety of nutrient-dense foods that support your weight loss or athletic goals, without having to eat a boring cardboard diet. Yes, you can meet your macros and eat delicious treats too!