Pumpkin seeds are one of the superfoods which are highly nutritious and packed with powerful antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acids, minerals and nutrients. It is a powerhouse of nutrition. They are somewhat oval in shape and after removing the outer cover, greenish seeds are obtained.

Health benefits of pumpkin seeds.      

Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants, which reduces inflammation in our bodies. Antioxidants in them protect our heart from various disorders.

Magnesium in pumpkin seeds helps to lower blood pressure and also lowers bad cholestrol LDL levels and triglycerides. It also helps to control diabetis. Magnesium helps to reduce stress and anxiety. It improves quality of sleep. Magnesium is good for growth and strength of bones. It helps to prevent osteoporosis.

Pumpkin seeds are rich in protein and fibre. This helps for weight loss. It contains unsaturated fats. It is highly beneficial for weight loss. Fibre present in it reduces cholestrol and thus protecting our heart.

Pumpkin seeds reduces the risk of gastric, breast and rectal and prostate cancers. This is due to the presence of powerful antioxidants.

Pumpkin seeds and fertility. 

Pumpkin seeds are used for seed cycling in woman to maintain a estrogen progesteone balance.pumpkin seed along with flax seed is used to 1 to 14 days of menstrual cycle or in the follicular phase. Seed cycling can boost estrogen levels in follicular phase and it helps to relieve the premenstrual symptoms such as stomach pain, tension and anxiety.It can support follicular growth in ovaries and boost ovslution in females. This it helps to form a healthy egg in gemales. Zinc in pumpkin seed boost immunity and helps in healthy growth of baby. This it also helpful in pregnancy.

Zinc improves fertility in men. It increases the level of testosterone and also the quantity and quality of sperms.

Side effects of pumpkin seeds.

Pumpkin seeds are high in fibre. So eating a lot of them may cause gas and bloating. Execc intake may also cause low blood pressure and sugar. So frequent check up is necessary while consuming pumpkin seeds 

How to use pumpkin seeds?

It is better to roast the pumpkin seed and used it as an evening snack. These seeds can also be sprinkled on smoothies, yoghurt and salads. Pumpkin seed oil is also available. It can be used for cooking, but heating is not allowed.It can improve heart health, increase hair growth and support urinary tract health.