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Benefits
Heart Health
Pumpkin seeds are one
of the best natural sources of the heart healthy mineral magnesium. The heart
has the highest magnesium requirement of any other organ and is simply unable
to function properly with insufficient amounts of this important mineral. High
blood pressure, cardiac arrest and cardiovascular disease are all potential
side effects of insufficient magnesium.
Another mineral that
contributes to heart health is potassium which, with vasodilating properties
relieves the tension in blood vessels which is one of the main causes of high
blood pressure. The oil of the pumpkin seed also contains nitric oxide enzymes
which help to expand blood vessels, improving blood flow and reducing the risk
of atherosclerosis (the build up of plaque leading to hardening of the
arteries).
Antioxidant
Pumpkin seeds are
antioxidant powerhouses, providing a whopping 80% of the RDA of the antioxidant
vitamin E in just one 28g serving. Vitamin E is an umbrella term for a group of
8 fat soluble compounds (tocopherols), whose primary role in the body is to
scavenge free radicals.
These super seeds are
also high in the antioxidant minerals copper, manganese and selenium. Manganese
in particular is a powerful antioxidant, a component of the enzyme superoxide
dismutase, this is the body’s most powerful antioxidant that plays a critical
role in reducing oxidative damage and inflammation.
In addition to
antioxidant vitamins and minerals, pumpkin seeds contain other antioxidant
compounds like phenolic acids, polyphenols and flavonoids. These phytonutrients
scavenge free radicals such as peroxide, hydroperoxide of lipid hydroxyl, thus
inhibiting the oxidative mechanisms that lead to degenerative diseases.
Immune System
Powerful immune
boosters, pumpkin seeds are a rich source of zinc, an essential trace mineral
that plays a vital role in protecting the immune system, as well as protecting
DNA strands from breaking. According to the American Journal for Clinical
Nutrition: “It is clear that zinc affects multiple aspects of the immune
system, from the barrier of the skin to gene regulation within lymphocytes.
Zinc is crucial for normal development and function of cells mediating
nonspecific immunity such as neutrophils and natural killer cells. Zinc
deficiency also affects development of acquired immunity by preventing both the
outgrowth and certain functions of T lymphocytes such as activation, Th1
cytokine production, and B lymphocyte help”.
Plant Based Omega 3
Pumpkin seeds are a
great source of valuable plant based omega 3 – alpha linolenic acid (ALA). This
is the precursor to the more important EPA and DHA – critical omegas that the
body cannot do without. If we rely on plant based omega 3, it is important that
our bodies can convert ALA into these important fats. Conversions of ALA to DHA
and EPA are dependent on adequate levels of other nutrients, such as B
vitamins, copper, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and iron – most of which are
abundant in pumpkin seeds.
The benefits of Omega
3 are well documented and many:
Alleviate Anxiety and
Depression – EPA appears to
be the best for depression with one study finding EPA to be as effective as
Prozac.
Improve Heart Health – Omega 3’s can reduce blood pressure,
prevent blood platelets from clumping together avoiding blood clots, keep the
arteries smooth and free from plaque and reduce inflammation.
Improve Eye Health - DHA is a major structural component of
the brain and retina of the eye, it may help to prevent macular degeneration.
Anti-Inflammatory – Whilst inflammation is an important
part of any healing process, chronic low-level inflammation can contribute to
almost all chronic Western diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
Brain Health – It is especially important to get
enough Omega 3 as children and as we age. This will ensure optimal brain
development in children and prevent age related mental decline as we get older.
Folklore and history
The round,
plump, orange vegetable that we know as the pumpkin today is actually descended
from a much smaller, hooked neck and rather non-descript
gourd. Archaeological excavations in Mexico, Central and South America and
the Eastern United States have revealed that the ancient peoples of the
Americas only ate the seeds and didn’t bother with the flesh of the gourd -
possibly due to the bitter taste. Later, as Native American tribes started
to select and breed the pumpkin/gourd for a sweeter taste, they started to
consume the flesh and even the flowers of the gourds. Traditionally the flesh
would be roasted into strips and then dried to be used as a winter food. Even
the outer casing would be dried and used as water vessels and bowls.
Traditional use
Hailing from
South America, the pumpkin is a quintessential symbol of autumn. With an
ancient history, pumpkin seeds were discovered by archaeologists in Mexican
caves that date back to 7,000 BCE. They have long been celebrated by Native
American tribes who treasured them as both food and medicine. Their primary
medicinal use was as an intestinal parasite remedy – its effectiveness was so well
observed that throughout the 19th century, pumpkin seeds were listed as an
official treatment for parasites by the United States pharmacopeia. They were
also used for kidney problems, urinary and gastric illnesses.