Emma Miller
Pumpkin seeds are a source of vitamin E and healthy fats, and pumpkin oil contains fatty acids necessary for the normal functioning of the heart and brain.
Autumn has come and the star of the season is the bright pumpkin. However, pumpkin is not only beautiful but also has beneficial properties contained in its seeds. Pumpkin seeds are a source of vitamin E and healthy fats, and pumpkin seed oil contains omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for the normal functioning of the heart and brain.
“Pumpkin seed oil is rich in healthy fats that promote heart health,” said Maggie Michalczyk, nutritionist and owner of the blog Once Upon a Pumpkin.
Pumpkin seed oil is very useful for hair
It strengthens the hair and prevents hair loss, as well as nourishes the hair follicles and makes the hair itself less brittle.
The pumpkin seed oil has a miraculous effect on the scalp, relieving it of itching and irritation, and healing small wounds. You can add it to your shampoo every time you wash your hair. But rinse thoroughly.
Pumpkin seed oil is used to treat prostate diseases in men
“Pumpkin seed oil has also shown promising results as an alternative therapy for benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH),” the expert said.
In particular, supplementation with pumpkin seed extract alleviates BPH symptoms.
Pumpkin seed oil lowers blood pressure
Pumpkin seed oil reduces diastolic blood pressure in postmenopausal women. Meanwhile, it is better to add pumpkin seed oil to ready-made meals. It can be used to dress salads. What’s more, full of nutty flavor, it emphasizes the benefits of the dishes.
It is worth considering that its nutrients are lost when heated, so it is not suitable for baking. It is also important to consult a doctor first, as self-medication can be dangerous to health.
