Pumpkin Seed P.E. 4:1

Pumpkin seed is one of the most nutritious and flavorful seeds, it has a delicately sweet and chewy texture. Pumpkin seeds are covered with a yellow-white husk, although some varieties of pumpkins produce seeds without shells. They contain most of the B vitamins, along with C, D, E, and K. They also have the minerals calcium, potassium, niacin, and phosphorous. Pumpkin seeds have mainly been used to treat bladder problems, Pumpkins are very high in potassium, and have good amounts of vitamin C. They are also a good source of calcium and fibre, and as well as other vitamins and minerals. Pumpkin seed oil and pumpkin seeds are a good source of zinc and unsaturated fatty acids (good fats).

Health Benefits: Help stimulate appetite. Beneficial for the teeth, gums, nerves, hair and nails. Relieve nervous exhaustion, because it contains L-tryptophan, a compound that is effective against depression. Relieve constipation, and catarrh, the condition of fluids running from mucous membranes. Helps to reduce overweight or obesity and dissolves gall stones. Helpful in cases of tuberculosis. Help prevent the formation of kidney stones. Contain anti-inflammatory properties without the harmful side effect of anti-inflammatory drug. Good for diabetics just like cucumber and bitter gourd.