10 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

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pumpkin seedsThis Halloween, don't forget to save those pumpkin seeds after you scoop them out. Pumpkin seeds are not only delicious but also provide many health benefits. Here are ten:

Prostate Protection
They promote overall prostate health and alleviate the difficult urination associated with an enlarged prostate.

Improved Bladder Function
In some studies, pumpkin seed extracts improved bladder function in animals.

Depression Treatment
They contain L-tryptophan, a compound naturally effective against depression.

Prevention of Osteoporosis
Because they are high in zinc, pumpkin seeds are a natural protector against osteoporosis. Low intake of zinc is linked to higher rates of osteoporosis.

Natural Anti-Inflammatory
Pumpkin seeds effectively reduce inflammation without the side effects of anti-inflammatory drugs.

Prevention of Kidney Stones
They prevent calcium oxalate kidney stone formation, according to studies.

Treatment of Parasites
They are used in many cultures as a natural treatment for tapeworms and other parasites. Studies also show them to be effective against acute schistosomiasis, a parasite contracted from snails.

Great Source of Magnesium
1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds contains 92% of your daily value of magnesium, a mineral in which most Americans are deficient.

Lower Cholesterol
Pumpkin seeds contain phytosterols, compounds that that have been shown to reduce levels of LDL cholesterol.

Cancer Prevention
The same phytosterols that lower cholesterol also protect against many cancers.




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I also prefer natural healthy food.. so generally like to buy my fresh food items from NutriSystem, AlmondPlaza, Peapod stores at couponalbum.com..

Does the shell or Husk of the pumpkins seed have any calories?
I have read that the shell or husk is indigestible and that only the kernels have calories?
But then when I go to online calorie counters it appears that the shell or husk does have calories.
Please let me know if this is true.
Thanks,
Laura

Thanks for the info!

I never knew pumpkin seed were so good! I like em so much that I eat bout 100 grms/day. I love sunflower seeds more but they cause acnes. anyways

how much pumpkin seeds are to be eaten each day

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These punkin seeds R GR8

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I eat pumpkin seeds because they seem to help with prostate issues. I don't get up to urinate at night as much.

They also seem to keep me from wanting to munch on sugary things.

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Natural food is good for health.
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I just started to take Pumpkin Seeds, but I will advise as to what I notice it helps me with.

I had taken a antibotic two years ago which destroyed my ligaments and severe pain in my left leg and into my feet; whereby it took me over one year six moths to rid my body of the drug. I became a distributer for a company that produces a several types of machines that take the toxins out of the system. I have been using them religiously.

I am now taking the pumpkin seeds to see if it will take pain out of my hands. I don't know if the pain is from using the computer or arthritis.

I will send in my update in the next month or so.

akw

I just started to take Pumpkin Seeds, but I will advise as to what I notice it helps me with.

I had taken a antibotic two years ago which destroyed my ligaments and severe pain in my left leg and into my feet; whereby it took me over one year six moths to rid my body of the drug. I became a distributer for a company that produces a several types of machines that take the toxins out of the system. I have been using them religiously.

I am now taking the pumpkin seeds to see if it will take pain out of my hands. I don't know if the pain is from using the computer or arthritis.

I will send in my update in the next month or so.

akw

The only time I eat pumpkin seeds is when I carve pumpkins for Halloween and roast the seeds. Store-bought are disgusting!!

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I too only eat pumpkin seeds around Halloween... I roast theM
with lots of salt and pepper With a hint of garlic powder.... Such a tasy treat to munch on when board!

Thanks for share good information. I like your post.

Thanks for share good information. I like your post.

I love all kinds of nuts and seeds, especially pistachio nuts. In California I love Yurosek Farms for their slow roasted and home grown nuts.

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