Pumpkin Seeds

BENEFITS

  • Zinc    Good Source
  • Vitamin K    Reduces levels of LDL cholesterol

ESSENCE

They have long been valued as a source of the mineral zinc, and the World Health Organization recommends their consumption as a good way of obtaining this nutrient. If you want to maximize the amount of zinc that you will be getting from your Pumpkin Seeds, we recommend that you consider purchasing them in unshelled form.

Are a good source of vitamin K and contain phytosterols, compounds that that have been shown to reduce levels of LDL cholesterol.

It contains fiber, calcium, iron, and manganese—albeit small amounts to the typical dose of ground Cinnamon.