{"id":340,"date":"2021-10-08T12:45:22","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T12:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themepanthers.com\/wp\/creote\/v-new\/?p=340"},"modified":"2024-09-16T14:47:44","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T14:47:44","slug":"benefits-of-pumpkin-seeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/2021\/10\/08\/benefits-of-pumpkin-seeds\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"340\" class=\"elementor elementor-340\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-542ab17 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"542ab17\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0533ab5\" data-id=\"0533ab5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e7bda3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e7bda3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 05-08-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"text-gray-900 font-black leading-rem44px text-rem40px bp600:text-rem48px bp600:leading-rem52px \" data-identity=\"headline\">Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds<\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48fb1e0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"48fb1e0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >  <p>Pumpkin seeds can be raw or roasted. In addition to bringing to life the flavors, aroma and texture, roasting also increases the amounts of antioxidants available. It also makes them easier to digest!\n\nRaise your hand if you\u2019re all-in on healthy fats! Whether you leave your pumpkin seeds shelled (just as they are, fresh out of a pumpkin-carving sesh) or opt for shell-free seeds you can buy at the grocery store, you\u2019re in for a real treat (no tricks here!).\n\n\u201cPumpkin seeds are a good source of plant protein and other nutrients which can act as antioxidants to help protect against certain diseases,\u201d says Smith.\n\nAnd how about this great news for vegetarians: Pumpkin-seed protein is a very high-quality protein \u2014 comparable to soy protein \u2014 containing all of the essential amino acids you\u2019re looking for outside of meat!\n\nPumpkin seeds are filled with valuable nutrients to keep you on track with a healthy diet, among these other health benefits:\n\nReduced risk of cancer\nIt\u2019s been shown that diets rich in pumpkin seeds come with a reduced risk of developing breast, stomach, lung, prostate and colon cancers.\n\nThe lignans (plant compounds) found in pumpkin seeds get the credit here.\n\nImproved bowel and prostate health\nSeveral studies have shown that pumpkin seeds help to relieve an overactive bladder and prostate hyperplasia (a prostate condition that causes issues with urination).\n\nReduced risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and high blood sugar\nThis is due to the high magnesium, zinc and fatty acid content found in pumpkin seeds.\n\nImproved sleep\nPumpkin seeds contain tryptophan, an amino acid that helps you fall (and stay) asleep. Zinc and magnesium help here, too.\n\nNutrition information for pumpkin seeds\n\u201cSomething to be aware of is that pumpkin seeds with shells contain much more fiber than those without. So if your stomach isn\u2019t used to that much fiber, you may experience some issues,\u201d says Smith. \u201cStart off with just a few.\u201d\n\nPumpkin seeds without shells\nPumpkin seeds without shells are still very healthy and contain a good amount of heart-healthy fats and protein. Many of these will have much less sodium, even if lightly salted, than ones with shells. \u201cYou do lose most of the fiber, however,\u201d says Smith.\n\nPumpkin seeds with shells\nPumpkin seeds with shells are an excellent source of fiber but can have a ton of sodium \u2014 some more than the daily recommended amount of sodium in just 1 ounce. \u201cI recommended opting for unsalted or lightly salted options,\u201d says Smith.\n\nHow to prepare pumpkin seeds\nSure, your fresh pumpkin seeds may be surrounded by gobs of pumpkin pulp, but they\u2019re simple to prepare for a snack! All you have to do is:\n\nSimply clean and dry your seeds.\nAdd whatever seasonings you prefer and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.\nBake at 250\u00b0 Fahrenheit.\nIf you need some recipe ideas, we\u2019ve got you covered:\n\n1. Pumpkin Pie\n1\/2 teaspoon cinnamon\n1\/4 teaspoon nutmeg\n1\/4 teaspoon cloves\n1\/4 teaspoon ginger\n1 teaspoon brown sugar\n2. Hot Tamale\n1 tablespoon chili powder\n1\/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)\n1 teaspoon lime zest\nSalt and pepper to taste\n3. Italian Spice\n1\/2 teaspoon garlic powder\n1 tablespoon dried Parmesan cheese\n1 teaspoon oregano\nSalt and pepper to taste\n4. Sweet &amp; Spicy\n1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning\n1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce\n1 teaspoon brown sugar\n5. Hot Cocoa\n1 Tablespoon cocoa powder\n1\/2 teaspoon cinnamon\n1 tablespoon raw (turbinado) sugar\n6. Asian Inspiration\n1 teaspoon orange zest\n1 tablespoon soy sauce\n1\/4 teaspoon ginger\n1 teaspoon honey\n7. Extended Summer\n1 teaspoon turmeric\n1\/2 teaspoon cinnamon\n1\/4 teaspoon ginger\n1 teaspoon honey\nSalt and pepper to taste\nCalories will be higher for flavor options that include sugar or honey. If you\u2019re constantly craving pumpkin, check out these other dietitian-approved pumpkin recipes.\n\nWhile they\u2019re a great source of energy, pumpkin seeds are easy to overeat. Just as you remind your kids to not eat their Halloween candy all in one night, remind yourself to share or watch your portion size with pumpkin seeds!\n<\/p> <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How well this mistaken ideas off<br \/>\ndenouncing pleasure &#038; praisings will give you complete.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6722,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[23,24,26],"tags":[34,35],"class_list":["post-340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-compliance-audits","category-employee-relations","category-hr-consulting","tag-data","tag-efficiency"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=340"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6725,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340\/revisions\/6725"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6722"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/houranexportseeds.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}