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- Pumpkin seeds contain about 559 calories per 100 g.
- Filled with lots of minerals including phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, iron and copper.
- 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.
- High in zinc, making them a natural protector against osteoporosis. Low intake of zinc is linked to higher rates of osteoporosis.
- A good source vitamin E; they contain about 35.10 mg of tocopherol per 100 g.
- The most alkaline-forming seed.
- 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.
- Used in many cultures as a natural treatment for tapeworms and other parasites.
- Good for prostate health! The oil in pumpkin seeds alleviates difficult urination that happens with an enlarged prostate.
Did You Know? The nutrition in pumpkin seeds improves with age; they are among the few foods that increase in nutritive value as they decompose. According to tests made at the Massachusetts Experimental Station, squash and pumpkin seeds stored for more than five months show a marked increase in protein content.
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Pumpkin seeds*
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23 out of 25 people would recommend this product
08/07/2022, By MichiSmall, light colour seeds. Perfect for grinding up and making dukkah.28/07/2021, By BurdyFresh, tasty and crunchy. Not tough or hard to chew. I find that generally , non organic pumpkin seeds are EXTREMELY tough and chewy. Not so with this brand.15/02/2021, By DianaVery easy to snack on because they are not so hard. Will be buying more.30/10/2020, By GowwaaVery healthy especially in digesting hormones and to balance the hormones in the body.11/08/2020, By SusanLove this. I make my own pumpkin flower as you can't find it when you need it! Use it for snacks, in salads, rusks, smoothies and ALL other recipes.20/05/2020, By RaynieJThese are super delicious to add to foods or have as a snack. I add mine as a topping to roasted veggies...just dry fry them in a small pan, so they are roasted and crunchy!27/05/2019, By WilliamMy smoothie is no longer the same thanks to pumpkin seeds its green.27/10/2018, By Louwonderful seeds, we use them in our raw basil pesto and
coleslaw salads, and many other ways too11/09/2018, By RebeccaLove adding this to homemade trail mix and good value for money!04/09/2018, By LeeGood quality and delicious, nothing compared to commercially bought products.29/06/2017, By CatI was a bit disappointed by these. Very small, inconsistent quality, very dusty and some seeds seems to be a little rotten.06/06/2017, By SallySeeds looked powdery and mouldy. Sent it for a friend and was really embarrassed.
Please Note:
Faithful to Nature is an online retail store, specialising in a wide selection of natural supplements, vitamins, superfoods and health-related products. Our green team is all about helping you unlock your full potential to live a healthy life; however we are not medical professionals. Please do consult your health care practitioner when seeking medical advice. Some products may be manufactured in a factory that also produce gluten, nuts and dairy products.
