Pumpkin and Raspberry Facts

Facts about Pumpkin and Raspberry

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Pumpkin and Raspberry facts? Some of the interesting facts about Pumpkin and Raspberry are provided here.

Pumpkin Facts are:

• The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
• The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
• Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

Raspberry Facts are:

• There are more than 200 varieties of raspberries.
• In USA, 90% of the raspberries are grown in Washington, California and Oregon.
• They do not ripe after they are picked.
• A raspberry contain 100 to 120 seeds.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Pumpkin and Raspberry in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.