Pumpkin seeds - amazing source of useful elements, which contain almost the entire periodic table, so they can save us from various ailments. They contain such elements as iron, phosphorus, copper, zinc, manganese, vitamins A, B, C, D, K, amino acids and vitamin E in large quantities, which is a natural antioxidant. High percentage of proteins, fats and carbohydrates along with fiber make pumpkin seeds one of the key components of a well-balanced diet. Especially pumpkin seeds are useful for vegetarians.
Many people know that raw pumpkin seeds are used as a popular folk remedy for worms - doctors sometimes replace medications with them. In general pumpkin seeds are non-toxic, they do not have contraindications and side effects. However, they contain Cucurbitin toxin, which is dangerous only for worms not for people.
Pumpkin seeds contain zinc, which is necessary for the immune system, in combination with fats, pumpkin seeds are helpful for the treatment of urinary bladder diseases. Together with phosphorus, zinc promotes brain activity and improves circulation. Zinc prevents the prostate cancer, men are recommended to eat about 60 pumpkin seeds daily.
These trace elements - phosphorus and zinc - are playing a significant role in the work of the digestive tract, musculoskeletal system, they are responsible for eyesight and reproductive function.
It is proven that the systematic consumption of pumpkin seeds has beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system: a high percentage of iron purifies the blood, amino acids, including linoleic, have a positive effect on blood vessels.
Add pumpkin seeds to your diet and be healthy!