Organic Green Pumpkin Seeds (hulled)

Description

Organic Green Pumpkin Seeds (hulled)

Botanical name: Cucurbita pepo. L . Also known as Pepitas

Pumpkin seeds are flat, dark green or black seeds with some clothed in a yellow-white husk. There are also varieties of pumpkins which produce seeds without shells. The pumpkin seed has a chewy texture and a subtle, sweet, and nutty flavour. Oftentimes, these seeds are roasted and seasoned as a tasty snack.

The largest producing areas of pumpkins and pumpkin seeds are the United States, China, Mexico, and India.

Health & Nutrition

The high levels of essential fatty acids, zinc, and phytosterols make Pumpkin seeds an excellent part of a prostate health regimen, and research supports the fact that these nutrients may benefit prostate enlargement. One of the phytosterols, called beta-sitosterol, helps block the conversion of testerone into dihydrotestosterone, which is a process that encourages prostate enlargement.        

• Their high calorific value mainly comes from protein and fats. The kernels are especially rich in mono-unsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) like oleic acid (Omega 6) which helps lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol in the blood.
• Pumpkin seeds provide high quality protein of up to 30g per 100g of seeds. In addition, the seeds are an excellent source of amino acid tryptophan and glutamate. Tryptophan is converted into serotonin which is a beneficial neuro-chemical. In addition, tryptophan is the precursor of Vitamin B3 (niacin). Glutamate is required in the synthesis of gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) which is an anti-anxiety neurochemical that helps to reduce stress/anxiety, nervousness, irritability, and other neurotic conditions.
• Pumpkin seeds are a very good source of anti-oxidant vitamin E, containing approximately 35mg of per 100 g. Vitamin E is a powerful fat soluble antioxidant that protects cells from free radical damage, thus in turn keeping cells strong and functional.
• Pumpkin kernels are also an excellent source of the B group of vitamins such as thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5) and pyridoxine (B6). This group of vitamins work together to support various enzymes in the building of cellular structures required for optimal metabolism.
• Pumpkin seeds contain essential minerals like copper, manganese, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. These minerals all help to support cellular resistance and protection against free radicals.