1 Pumpkins do best when the seeds are directly planted in the ground. 2  If your growing season is very short, seed indoors in peat pots about 2 to 4 weeks before last spring frost. Be sure to harden off before transplanting.  Wait until the plant soil is 70ÂºF or more before sowing seeds.
There are 4 calories per gram of carbohydrates, so a person who needs 2,000 total calories per day should expect to take in 300 grams of carbs. Carbs that come from vegetables, grains, and fruits are obviously going to be better for your body than carbs from sugary snacks.
Convert carbs into food group servings. One way to determine how many carbs you can eat is to turn the fruits, vegetables, dairy products and grains into servings per day. The number of servings per day will depend on your age and gender.