Pumpkin seed oil has been used historically to provide nourishing support to the prostate. It is rich in zinc and essential fatty acids, both of which are vital for normal prostate function and health. Unlike many other pumpkin oil supplements, Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Pumpkin Seed Oil is cold-pressed without the use of toxic chemical solvents.
These little green seeds are a power food because they creat Pumpkin seed oil which contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, D, E, and K, as well as many minerals including calcium and magnesium. The oil also contains over 60% of unsaturated fatty acid and is rich in vegetable protein. Recent medical research has also announced the health benefits provided by using pumpkin seed oil. These benefits include regulating cholesterol levels and aiding in the prevention and treatment of bladder and prostate problems.
Benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil:
- Prostate Function
- Cholesterol Lowering
- Cystitus Treatment
- Kidney Function
- Anti Arthritic
- Diabetes
- Anti Parasitic
- Increasing mothers milk production
- Skin Care
The specific components are known to prevent bladder and prostate problems. They are said to even shrink enlarged prostate glands in early stages. Minimal amounts of oil are needed. Chewing a handful of dried seeds every day or taking the oil for salads and for dips can easily give a similar preventive supply.
A lot of antioxidant against the free radicals in the blood helps to keep young and healthy. So you see it is a wonderful product of mother nature.
Fats & Oils - are collectively known as lipids. The main functions of lipids are to: supply and transport fatty acids and vitamins, protect vital body organs, insulate warmth and regulate body temperature, assist growth and promote healthy blood, nerves, muscles and skin, transport and breakdown cholesterol, prolong digestion and enhance absorption and flavour, be a source and store of energy.
Essential fatty acids - are important to every cell in the body for normal growth, especially of the blood vessels and nerves, and to keep the skin and other tissues youthful and supple through their lubricating quality. These nutrients are invaluable for the production and movement of energy throughout the body. They regulate the transportation of oxygen and are vital in maintaining the integrity of cell structure. The essential fatty acids are all polyunsaturated and have the unique ability to lower cholesterol levels of the blood.
Pumpkin seed oil is a healthy, high quality, specialty oil, ranked in the top 3 most nutritious. It is naturally a dark green colour with tinges of red. The oil has a delicious nutty flavour and warm earthy aroma that compliments any meal. The traditional use of pumpkin seed oil as a salad dressing with apple cider vinegar can be poured over any type of salad.