Pumpkin
What is Pumpkin?
Pumpkin is a type of winter squash, a cultivar of a squash plant in the Cucurbita genus. It is typically round with smooth, slightly ribbed skin, and is usually deep yellow to orange in color. Pumpkins are grown worldwide and are harvested in the fall.
Is Pumpkin vegan?
Pumpkin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pumpkin gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Pumpkin a major allergen?
Pumpkin is not one of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Pumpkin used for?
Pumpkin is used as a food ingredient primarily for its flavor, color, and texture.
Is Pumpkin safe?
Pumpkin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Pumpkin is used as a food ingredient primarily for its flavor, color, and texture. It is often added to baked goods like pies, muffins, and cakes, as well as cereals and beverages. Its natural sweetness and moisture content also contribute to the palatability of these products.
Health notes
Pumpkin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin A. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated pumpkin and its components. At typical consumption levels found in packaged foods, pumpkin is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Pumpkin is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Pumpkin
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