Metabolic health
Eating foods rich in beta carotene, such as pumpkin, may help improve your metabolic health — that is, how well your blood sugar is managed and the distribution of fat on your body.

Pumpkin is also rich in fiber, which can help dull blood sugar spikes after you consume carb-containing foods.

However, your overall dietary pattern is much more important for your health than simply occasionally eating pumpkin.