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- Diana Herrington
- June 27, 2012
- 8:06 am
- 74 comments
Nutritional Facts & Health Benefits
Pumpkin seeds:
- Are filled with lots of minerals including phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, iron and copper.
- Are a good source of vitamin K.
- Contain phytosterols, compounds that that have been shown to reduce levels of LDL cholesterol.
- Contain L-tryptophan, which helps with good sleep and lowering depression. Tryptophan is converted into serotonin and niacin. Serotonin is also very helpful in helping us to have a good night’s sleep.
- Are high in zinc, making them a natural protector against osteoporosis. Low intake of zinc is linked to higher rates of osteoporosis. In a study of almost 400 men (age from 45-92) published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition they found a correlation between low dietary intake of zinc, low blood levels of the trace mineral and osteoporosis at the hip and spine.
- Are a good source vitamin E; they contain about 35.10 mg of tocopherol per 100 g.
- Are the most alkaline-forming seed.
- Are an excellent source of vitamin B group (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine) and folates).
- Contain good quality protein. 100 g seeds provide 30 g.
- According to studies, pumpkin seeds prevent calcium oxalate kidney stone formation.
- Reduce inflammation for arthritis without the side effects of anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Are used in many cultures as a natural treatment for tapeworms and other parasites.
- Are good for prostate health! The oil in pumpkin seeds alleviates difficult urination that happens with an enlarged prostate.
Next page: Video on how to prepare pumpkin seeds for maximum health benefits, plus recipes.
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Diana Herrington
Diana Herrington turned a debilitating health crisis into a passion for helping others with healthy, sugar-free, gluten-free, eating and cooking. After testing and researching every possible healthy therapy on her delicate system she has developed simple, powerful principles which she shares in her recent book Eating Green and Lean, and as host to Care2 groups: Healthy Living Network and Healthy Cooking. She is the head chef at Real Food for Life, where she shares recipes and tips. Sign up for the Real Food for Life weekly newsletter or catch her on Facebook or Twitter (@DancinginLife).
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@ Jenny B. LOL... & agree with you. Thank you for the reminder.
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I thow them outside, not certain if the birds or squirrels eat them, but they always disappear (I like pumpkin).
These tasty seeds have a lot of healthy virtues: I love eating them and I use them in my salad whenever possible.Thanks Diana for sharing this very interesting article,
I love all sorts of seeds and grains. Thank you for the tips.
Very interesting.
Thanks, great info!
already do this
Love them! Thank you
Thanks for the info! I make sure to have pumpkin seeds and roasted pumpkin available most of the fall. I never knew to soak them before roasting them. I'll have to try that with my next batch of pumpkin seeds.
thanks so much!
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