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PUMPKIN: Health & Beauty Miracle?

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Styrian PumpkinsPumpkins are a source of essential nutrients that can not only make you beautiful, but also help you maintain perfect health.

Cucurbita Pepo, also known as the Styrian pumpkin is special kind of pumpkin known for its miraculous seeds.

These seeds are pressed into pumpkin seed oil. Unlike other types of pumpkin seeds, those found in Styrian pumpkins do not have shells, making it easier to extract the healthful oils they contain.

Pumpkin Seed Oils

The Essence of Life

Pressing these seeds produces an oil dark green to black in color with a strong nutty flavor.

It is used as an ingredient for many recipes, including salad dressings, breads, soups, sauces, and many other dishes.

However, pumpkin seed oil is not only used as a food ingredient or dietary supplement, it is also found in high-end, organic cosmetic products.

Pumpkin Seed Oil Nutrition Facts

Pumpkin seed oils are a rich source of nutrients including:
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  • Phytonutrients, like the phenolic acids and lignans
  • Phytosterols, including sitostanol, beta-sitosterol, and avenasterol
  • Minerals like zinc, iron, phosphorus, manganese, calcium, and magnesium.
  • Muscle-building proteins or amino acids
  • Vitamins, including vitamin A, all B vitamins, and vitamins C, D, E and K
  • Healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, and linolenic acid
  • Dietary fiber, keeping your digestive and elimination systems working

You can cook with pumpkin seed oils or eat them as a nutritional food supplement. You can also use them on your skin and hair.

A tablespoon (about 14 g) of pumpkin seed oil contains 120 calories, most of which come from healthful fatty acids. You may take one to two tablespoons a day, or as directed.

You may also use a small amount around your eyes, on your hands, or in your hair.

Benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil

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Pumpkin seed oils are believed to have the following Health Benefits:

  • Antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal actions
  • Prevention of chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer, because of its antioxidant properties
  • Improvement of symptoms of arthritis
  • Control of blood pressure
  • Reduction of high cholesterol levels
  • Prevention of heart disease
  • Prevention of kidney stone formation
  • Reduction of symptoms related to BPH or enlargement of the prostate
  • Remedy for depression, stress and insomnia
  • Relief of symptoms of menopause
  • Relief of symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome
  • Boosts bone health and reduces risk of fractures due to osteoporosis
  • Antiparasitic activity against tapeworms
  • Relief of muscle fatigue
  • Stimulates muscle growth
  • Increases metabolic rate
  • Encourages weight loss

Styrian Pumpkin Seed OilPumpkin seed oil is also great for these Beauty Benefits:

  • Moisturizing, smoothing and nourishing the skin
  • Improving skin tone
  • Preventing stretch marks
  • Healthy scalp
  • Regenerating and rejuvenating the skin
  • Encouraging healthy hair growth

 

References

Zhion. Pumpkin Seed, Pumpkin Seed Oil Side Effects and Benefits. http://www.zhion.com/herb/PumpKin_Seed_Oil.html

Heida, C J. The Surprising Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil. Yahoo.

Carla. Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil. Guide to Herbal Remedies.

WH Foods. Pumpkin Seeds. http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=82

Jim. Pumpkin Seed Oil Benefits. Health and Energy Foods.


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