Pumpkin Health Benefit #4 You won’t have any trouble sleeping. Pumpkin seeds contain tryptophan — an amino acid that assists in making you sleep like a baby. It also helps produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter that’s responsible for making us feel happy and relaxed. So not only will enjoying pumpkin & pumpkin seeds help you sleep great, it can also boost your mood!

 

Pumpkin Protein Balls

1 cup pumpkin puree

•1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

•1/2 cup almonds

•1.5 cups old fashioned oats

•1/2 cup flax or chia seeds

•1 tablespoon honey

Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend. Scoop and roll into balls, refrigerate for 2 hours, and enjoy!

 

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