The wonders of yellow squash... a cup of yellow squash contains only about 36 calories, 7 grams of carbohydrates, less than one gram of fat, and a gram of protein. It is also cholesterol free. The few calories it contains come mostly from its carbohydrate content, which is also particularly low. If you are trying to lose weight, yellow squash is a great choice to replace higher calorie vegetables like potatoes and corn. Yellow squash is a brilliant source of vitamin C and a very good source of magnesium, vitamin A, fiber, folate, copper, riboflavin and phosphorous. It is abundant in antioxidants, helps prevent premature aging and cancer as well as inhibiting cell division. It increases heart health, colon health, eye health and healthy bones!!
Posted on: Fri, 02 Jan 2015 14:53:21 +0000
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