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The pumpkin was not always referred to as such, the name derived from the Greek word for large melon which is pepon. The name was later changed to Pompon by the French. The English called it pumpion. The finally it was changed by American Colonist to what we know it now as pumpkin.
Pumpkins fall into the Cucurbitaceae Family which include: squash, watermelon, cucumber, zucchini, gourds, and luffa. Although the exact date is unknown, researchers have dated pumpkins back to the time of
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Pumpkin aid in weight loss, sharpening vision, your immune system, skin care, cancer and diabetes. The added fiber aids in weight loss, beta-carotene aids in vision, and vitamin A aids in stronger immunity. On top of the fiber benefits, one cup of canned pumpkin is ninety percent water; it also contains less than fifty calories. Because beta-carotene, is converted to Vitamin A in the body, this enables the retina to absorb and process light. This is achieved by consuming one cup of pumpkin which is equal to the 200 percent daily recommended intake of Vitamin A (Obenschain). The immune system uses that same Vitamin A to combat against infections, viruses and infectious diseases. DIY pumpkin mask along with the beta-carotene leaves the skin soft and exfoliated along with an added protection against UV rays. The Beta-carotene and Vitamins A and C in pumpkin are essential in fighting cancer; by lowering the risk of some types of cancer, and acting as a shield against cancer-causing free radicals. Research shows pumpkins can be used to reduce blood glucose level in diabetics by improving glucose tolerance and increase the amount of insulin the body
In the 1620s the potato was introduced to the colony of Virginia courtesy of the British governor of the Bahamas. The potato didn’t truly spread until it received a seal of approval from Thomas Jefferson after serving them to guests at the White House (Chapman, n.d.). The potato continued it’s spread across the world and eventually became a staple part of meals (and snacks) the world over.
A bit of wind did not stop over 200 people from visiting the Norman Farm Market’s second annual teal trick-or-treat night Tuesday evening. The event, which took place during the market’s typical Tuesday hours, was an inclusive Halloween celebration for kids of all ages.
The teacher talks about what kind of things they can see in the field trip ( Pumpkin Patch). Everyone wants to say something, but Rayle doesn’t show motivation to participate in the conversation. She is looking around the classroom. Then, the teacher asks her, are you excited to go to the Pumpkin Patch? She spends a minute thinking and after that, she says “I wannnnts to go”, “My daddy is goooooing, too”.
Alexandria Squash Facts: It is a summer squash popular in parts of the Middle East. It is closely related to Zucchini. The skin of the squash is where all the vitamins are. So you have to eat the skin and all to get all the vitamins. It grows open and allows for easy picking. It is a hybrid that is somewhat resistant to mildew. The smaller the squash, the tastier it is. You can deep fry it. You can eat the seeds, leaves, tendrils, and flowers. It has the vitamins, A ( for your eyes), B6(for energy and management), thiamin, niacin, C (for collagen),and K (for blood clotting). It also has the minerals phosphorus, Riboflavin, folate, magnesium, potassium, and manganese.
SUMMERTIME HAS ARRIVED, AND ON the "cooler" days, we can work in our gardens and spruce up our lawn decorations. For some of us, that means we can fuss over our garden gnomes and other colorful knick-knacks and statues. Mankind has been adorning their gardens with small statuary ever since antiquity. Historically, many of these early figurines were religious in nature; but, over the centuries, these “garden protectors” were embraced by the whimsical world of folklore.
I am Brooklyn , Brooklyn Stone , and this is my story. Every year near Halloween me and my dad always went to get Pumpkins at the Windy Dindy Pumpkin Patch near the grocery store. At the time i was 7 years old , i was an only child with a mom and a dad. Me and my dad went to the pumpkin patch and my dad had a very bad heart attack , he landed on the pumpkins , broke his skull and died. I remember I was on the floor bawling. My dad had told me when i was about 5 or 6 that one year he was going to die in the pumpkin patch and i would have to pick the right pumpkin to save his life. I didn't believe it until that day. One pumpkin was rotten , another was little , and some others were huge.
Since turnips weren't readily available in the U.S., they found pumpkins to be abundant and the best replacement.
If you're looking for a good pumpkin, then don't choose me. I mean, who wants a pumpkin with three flaws. I wouldn't want to get a pumpkin with these flaws. The flaws I have are bad. I have holes, i'm smelly, and I am square.
After this weekend of plate scrapes and pie eating. I conclude that no matter the circumstance, buying your holiday pie will aide you mentally and physically through the fall pumpkin harvest. Some deranged people may say homemade is better but in reality convenience is really key. You may now proceed to eat your pie and enjoy, the perfect pumpkin pie and don’t forget the whip
Leaves are turning an array orange, red, and yellow and beginning to fall. The weathers getting cooler, coats are coming out, and holidays are near. During the fall my family and I love to spend time together to bake everything from pies to cookies to donuts. The very first thing I learned how to make is a pumpkin roll. Baking a pumpkin roll is my favorite thing to bake all you have to do is gather the ingredients, mix them all together to bake and then serve them.
1719 – Potatoes appeared in United States. They were brought by the Governor of Bermuda, Nathaniel Butler include cedar chest and other vegetables to Governor Francis Wyatt of Virginia at Jamestown. Later on, these tubers were cultivated around the country.
It’s neutral. Summer squash is loaded with nutritious fiber and vitamins, but it has a neutral taste that can form the base of any flavor of smoothie. Try combining summer squash with ginger, orange, and turmeric, or pair it with blueberries and acai berries for a tropical flair.
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The short stories, “Turned”, by Charlotte Perkins Gilman and “The Good Corn”, by H.E Bates provide strong examples of how the representation of characters influence’s the reader’s perception of a text. Both stories depict similar characters: a middle-aged, childless wife, her husband and an 18-year old girl who works for them. They are both about a similar situation: man cheats on wife with girl and girl falls pregnant. However, the author’s of the text are from very different backgrounds and this is reflected in their stories. Although there are many similarities between “The Good Corn” and “Turned”, the values reflected in these stories, their resolutions and the reader’s perception of them are vastly different due to the contexts of
One day i was walking in the pumpkin patch. I Could smell the donut ready to be ate in the barn it smelled delicious. I had to go get the ranger to put the bright orange pumpkins in the back of the ranger so people don't have to walk to far. After that i have to walk in the barn to feed the cows there nasty food. They i have to go clean the fat pigs. Then then it will be ready to open. Right when it opened there was a ton of idiotic people. At first all the amazing donut were gone so i had to ride down the road and get more from the bakery. When i walked it smelled so good i had to buy like 500 donut when i got back the line was crazy.