Description
Pumpkin seeds have a high nutritional value. They are a good source of zinc, vitamins A and E, and unsaturated fatty acids. They are a great choice for snacking at any time of day and are known to help boost testosterone levels.
Possible Benefits
- May increase testosterone levels
- May strengthen the immune system
- May prevent premature aging
- May protect cognitive function
- May enhance the regeneration process
- May improve cardiovascular health
How to Do It
Simply eat them as a snack during the day.
We recommend you to prepare toasted pumpkin seeds. On a pan, add the seeds, olive oil, and spices, such as turmeric, and toast for a few minutes.
Why it works
- Its high level of zinc makes it a great option for increasing testosterone levels. In addition, it is essential for keeping the immune system functioning normal.
- It contains a high amount of antioxidants and vitamin A, which help regenerate tissues and regulate growth.
- Its high content of vitamin E protects the brain from oxidative stress and helps maintain brain plasticity.
Time Commitment
5-10 minutes
Suggested Frequency
1-2 times per week
Time of Day
Any
Possible Side Effects
If they are consumed in excess, they can cause constipation and gastrointestinal distress.
Tips
- To avoid consuming too much added sodium, do not add salt.
- To improve your diet, replace high-fat or high-sugar snacks with pumpkin seeds.
- If you are on a low-calorie diet, these seeds will help you avoid eating too much during the day.
Supporting Studies and Articles
Expand Collapse- Vitamin E. https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-vitamin-e/art-20364144
- Why nutritionists are crazy about nuts. https://www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/why-nutritionists-are-crazy-about-nuts
- Quick-start guide to nuts and seeds. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/quick-start-guide-to-nuts-and-seeds
- Pumpkin Seed Oil Extracted From Cucurbita maxima Improves Urinary Disorder in Human Overactive Bladder. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24872936/
- Chemical and Nutritional Characterization of Seed Oil from Cucurbita maxima L. (var. Berrettina) Pumpkin. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29494522/
- Characteristics of antioxidant activity and composition of pumpkin seed oils in 12 cultivars. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23561092/
- Oil from pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds: evaluation of its functional properties on wound healing in rats. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27068642/
