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Pumpkin Seed Cucurbita pepo

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Common Names
Pumpkin Seed ,
Botanical Name
Cucurbita pepo
Family
CUCURBITACEAE Gourds
Pumpkin Seed Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Bladder Infection (UTI) Cystitis * Cholesterol Control * Culinary * Kidney * Natural Skin Care-Oils & Herbs * Prostate health *
Properties: Antiparasite* Demulcent* Febrifuge* Nervine*
Parts Used: Seeds and seed oil
Constituents:beta-sitosterol,chromium ,copper,cucurbitin,gaba ,salicylic-acid,selenium,zinc
Traditions:

Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil have been used since the time of the Greeks for healing damaged skin including burns and wounds. Pumpkin seed oil is best used cold for salad and vegetable dressings, heat destroys it's healthy properties. The oil is a nutrious source of vitamins and minerals and well as both Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. The addition of these fatty acids to the diet has been found to increase energy, mental focus and overall vitality. Traditional uses of pumpkin seeds include anti-parisite and worms, bladder infections and prostate problems.


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Pumpkin Seed OilAlso known as "green gold", pumpkin seed oil is one of the most nutritious oils available. It contains Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, Vitamins A, C, E, and Zinc. Pumpkin seed oil has a pleasant and mild flavor.
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annies aromatherapy essential oils Pumpkin seeds provide a nutrional and rich oil that is an good source of Omega fatty acids and antioxidents. Pumkin seed oil makes a good carrier oil for aromatherapy applications for dry and damaged skin.
Side Effects:
None noted
How to Use: Pumpkin Seed
Preparation Methods & Dosage :Seeds and seed oil
referencesPumpkin Seed Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Bladder Infection (UTI) Cystitis * Cholesterol Control * Culinary * Kidney * Natural Skin Care-Oils & Herbs * Prostate health *
Pumpkin for :BPH Prostate health
BPH Prostate health Therapeutic uses for pumpkin seeds and oil are bladder disease and kidney stones, but is best known for its effect on benign prostate enlargement. The seeds contain a heavy concentration of phytochemicals called cucubitacins

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Pumpkin seeds for :Lower LDL cholesteol
Lower LDL cholesteol Sunflower seeds, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, pine nuts, flaxseeds, and almonds are particularly high in plant sterols, which can help reduce LDL cholesterol. Eat a few handfuls, or about 1/4 cup per day.

Dr. Arthur Agatston. Cholesterol-Lowering Snacks. (March 2010), TheSouthBeachDietTMNewsletter_20100303

Plant Description

Giant Pumpkins
Giant Pumpkins

Pumpkins can be grown almost anywhere there is a mild spring and fall.

History and Traditions
historyThe name pumpkin orginated from the Greek word "pepon". The orgins are not known, but the pumpkin seeds dating back to before 5000 B.C. were found in Mexico.
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