This post will tackle about the health benefits that we can derive from eating squash, together with simple recipes that you can prepare at home!

Squash is known as vegetable in food preparation. It is a superb ingredient in baking and cooking.

Health benefits of squash:

According to our health food source:

  • Squash are rich in antioxidants.
  • May help in cancer prevention.
  • It contains vitamin C and beta-carotene.
  • Slows the progression of macular degeneration, improves eye health.
  • Helps to strengthen your immunity.
  • It contains vitamins and minerals which are essential in achieving overall health.
  • Rich in vitamin B, and helps reduced mood disorders, like depression.
  • Helps to enhance skin health.
  • High in fiber content, which helps to aid digestion.

Disclaimer: This post is intended for educational purposes only! It isn't meant to constitute medical advice of any kind, if you require advice you should consult an appropriate professional.

Note: Excessive consumption of food is not good to our health and can bring a negative result or bad effects in our body. Always eat the right kind and the right amount of food.

Recipes that you can try with squash:

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Ingredients:
5 cups all-purpose flour + 1 cup for dusting (set aside)
2 cups shredded squash
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp powdered milk
2 tsp yeast
1/4 cup vegetable oil (this recipe used canola oil)
1/3 cup margarine
1 egg (whisked)
A pinch of salt

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Ingredients:
3 cups shredded squash
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup condensed milk
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 whisked egg

Visit this post: Enjoy this squash quick bread with your favorite drink

Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups shredded squash
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp margarine or butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup warm water
2 whisked eggs

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Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 medium-sized shredded carrot, but if you prefer to use squash just add 1 cup shredded squash.
1 tbsp butter or margarine
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup condensed milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 whisked egg

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