This vegetable is characterized by the presence of a large amount of fiber, vitamins A and C, and the right dose of beta-carotenes. Minerals worth mentioning include calcium, phosphorus, zinc and potassium. Pumpkin is also very low in fat, but contains quite a lot of heart-friendly omega-3s. In addition, pumpkin is rich in water and low in sugars, which makes it a low-calorie product, about 15 kcal per 100 grams. The presence of these substances makes pumpkin an important element of a healthy diet and an effective means of preventing various diseases.