Cooler weather is here and so is the start of the cold and flu season. Kids are back in school, and germs spread quickly. Vaccines are one part of staying healthy. But food is medicine, so you also need to eat nutrient-rich foods with immune-boosting benefits. Pumpkin contains immune-promoting nutrients including vitamins A, C and E, beta carotene, and essential minerals like zinc, selenium, iron, and magnesium. Adding pumpkin into your diet may help manage immune-related diseases, reduce how often you become sick, and help with faster recovery from infections. Go beyond the seasonal pumpkin spice trend and find ways to add pumpkin into your diet. With canned pumpkin puree, you can easily incorporate it year-round. So, add a scoop of pumpkin puree to smoothies, pancakes, soups, chili and other foods for a simple nutrient boost! Try this roasted veggie salad with a homemade pumpkin dressing.