Pumpkins for Health

Your kids love carving pumpkins, and painting pumpkins, but do they eat them too? I read an article a few days ago that stated that pumpkins are rich in fiber and cancer fighting antioxidants, low in calories, and high in Vitamin A (improves immune system and helps maintain vision). Wow... But how to feed them to your kids? An idea given - stir 1/2 cup canned or pureed pumpkin and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon into your pancake batter. I know we've also used it instead of banana in banana bread - voila! Pumpkin Bread! We've also used it like you can use applesauce to reduce your shortening or oil in baking recipes - use sparingly if you have picky eaters or they'll see the orange color! Give it a whirl, and let me know if you have any other ideas!