Some are associated with desserts like pumpkins while others get a bad reputation for being too healthy or bitter tasting. Some people may be turned off by eggplant because it can have a bitter taste, but Jody has a trick. Brussels sprouts are also in season and pack a healthy punch because of their cancer fighting properties. After that, the squash can be easily sliced and the insides forked out, for a healthy pasta-like dish. To get the most nutrition out of a pumpkin, Jody recommends adding a different sweetener like stevia instead of sugar.