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What Happens When You Eat Raw Pumpkin

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Key Takeaways Eating raw pumpkin is safe if you wash it well first.  If your raw pumpkin tastes very bitter, stop eating it.  Cooking pumpkin makes it taste ...
Flavoring dishes with pumpkin is especially popular during fall season. Pumpkin can be added to many food and drink items, from sugary drinks to savory soups. Using pumpkin not only as decor but also ...