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Chandi Schwab
When we look for healthy super foods, We usually focus on fruits and vegetables and can easily forget about nuts and seeds. So next time you need a healthy snack idea remember this, including pumpkin seeds which have been shown to have a vast range of different health benefits. Check this out. Especially for you men out there.
Antidepressant
Pumpkin seeds contain ‘L-tryptophan’ which has been shown to be an effective and natural antidepressant. Tryptophan is also found in milk, but it takes only a gram of pumpkin seeds to get as much tryptophan as an entire glass of milk.
Bone Strength
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.
Smell
Another powerful effect of zinc is to help improve and regulate a strong sense of smell.
Prostate Protection
They promote overall prostate health and alleviate the difficult urination associated with an enlarged prostate.
Improved Bladder FunctionIn some studies, pumpkin seed extracts improved bladder function in animals.
Testosterone
Zinc along with magnesium is useful in increasing testosterone levels and sperm count in men. Pumpkin seeds happen to contain both. As testosterone is an anabolic hormone that encourages both weight loss and muscle growth this might well be a useful thing to add to the diet of bodybuilders.
Anti-Inflammatory
Pumpkin seeds have been shown to be effective in preventing inflammation.
Fiber
Pumpkin seeds are of course high in fiber. This means that they can help to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure and improve digestion. They can also encourage healthy bowel movements and prevent constipation and for this reason they are often recommended for cats and dogs.
Protein
At the same time pumpkin seeds are also a good source of protein which is useful for rebuilding tissue and muscle.
Cholesterol
As mentioned, pumpkin seeds can be useful in combating cholesterol due to their high fiber content. However this is also further improved by the inclusion of phytosterols.
*We used to roast pumpkin seeds in the oven after carving pumpkins, they were so yummy. I feel like when I buy them in their shell at the store they are so hard to get down. Now I buy them already shelled from Good Earth and either eat them plain or make a little trail mix with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds, and craisins. They are also yummy in homemade granola. Try it, and Good Luck!
Chandi Schwab
When we look for healthy super foods, We usually focus on fruits and vegetables and can easily forget about nuts and seeds. So next time you need a healthy snack idea remember this, including pumpkin seeds which have been shown to have a vast range of different health benefits. Check this out. Especially for you men out there.
Antidepressant
Pumpkin seeds contain ‘L-tryptophan’ which has been shown to be an effective and natural antidepressant. Tryptophan is also found in milk, but it takes only a gram of pumpkin seeds to get as much tryptophan as an entire glass of milk.
Bone Strength
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.
Smell
Another powerful effect of zinc is to help improve and regulate a strong sense of smell.
Prostate Protection
They promote overall prostate health and alleviate the difficult urination associated with an enlarged prostate.
Improved Bladder FunctionIn some studies, pumpkin seed extracts improved bladder function in animals.
Testosterone
Zinc along with magnesium is useful in increasing testosterone levels and sperm count in men. Pumpkin seeds happen to contain both. As testosterone is an anabolic hormone that encourages both weight loss and muscle growth this might well be a useful thing to add to the diet of bodybuilders.
Anti-Inflammatory
Pumpkin seeds have been shown to be effective in preventing inflammation.
Fiber
Pumpkin seeds are of course high in fiber. This means that they can help to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure and improve digestion. They can also encourage healthy bowel movements and prevent constipation and for this reason they are often recommended for cats and dogs.
Protein
At the same time pumpkin seeds are also a good source of protein which is useful for rebuilding tissue and muscle.
Cholesterol
As mentioned, pumpkin seeds can be useful in combating cholesterol due to their high fiber content. However this is also further improved by the inclusion of phytosterols.
*We used to roast pumpkin seeds in the oven after carving pumpkins, they were so yummy. I feel like when I buy them in their shell at the store they are so hard to get down. Now I buy them already shelled from Good Earth and either eat them plain or make a little trail mix with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds, and craisins. They are also yummy in homemade granola. Try it, and Good Luck!
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