Pumpkin Seed Kernels – Organic Raw

Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) are the edible kernels found inside pumpkins, valued for their nutty flavor and crunchy texture. They can be enjoyed raw or roasted and are a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. Commonly sprinkled over salads, soups, and grain bowls, they also add flavor and crunch to breads, cookies, and other baked goods.

Lightweight and shelf-stable, pumpkin seeds make a convenient snack on their own or when seasoned with spices. They can also be blended into sauces like mole or pesto, stirred into trail mixes, or used as a topping for yogurt and oatmeal. With their rich taste and wide range of uses, pepitas are a staple in many cuisines around the world.

Pumpkin seeds are a delicious, nutritious, and popular seed celebrated as far back as 1300 AD when utilized by the ancient Aztecs. They were used as food and traditional medicine in many Native American tribes and South America. They were referred to as “pepita de calabaza,” meaning “little seed of squash.” Over time, they became popular in North America, Europe, and the Mediterranean. They have even traveled as far as Asia, where they are used today as alternative medicine. In the United States, pumpkins are grown for commercial consumption in nearly every state and on over 100,000 acres of farmland.

One of the most outstanding uses of pumpkin seeds is making them into pumpkin seed oil. The pumpkin seed oil has been studied by modern medicine for decades, and impressive results are abundant. One standout study was conducted on 76 male patients with Androgenetic Alopecia. Each patient received 400 mg of pumpkin seed oil per day or a placebo.

Four outcomes evaluated changes: assessment of standardized clinical photographs, patient self-assessment scores, scalp hair thickness, and scalp hair counts. These outcomes were documented at both 12 and 24 weeks. After 24 weeks of double-blind treatment, hair count increases of 40% were observed in men treated with 400 mg daily plant seed oil versus only a 10% increase in placebo-treated men. Either set of men documented no adverse effects. This study shows that pumpkin seeds could help support the body’s natural regrowth of hair, which may be significant for people experiencing hair thinning or loss.

Another exciting study evaluated pumpkin seed oil’s effectiveness on human urinary disorders and overactive bladder. Forty-five patients were given 10g of pumpkin seed oil extract from C. maxima daily. The study was conducted over 12 weeks, with measurements taken at 6 and 12 weeks. At 12 weeks, the urinary function was evaluated using the Overactive Bladder Symptom Score (OABSS). Results from this study suggest that pumpkin seed oil extracts from C. maxima and C. pepo may effectively support human urinary disorders.

These are just a few of the many therapeutic benefits pumpkin seeds may offer. They’re a fantastic way of adding flavor and nutrition to your daily foods.

Some possible traditional uses of Raw Organic Pumpkin Seed Kernels (Pepitas) may include:

• May support a healthy urinary system
• Possibly helps the body avert urinary disorders
• May support a healthy prostate
• May support a healthy cardiovascular system
• Source of Vitamins E, C, D, K, and B, protein, healthy fats
• Source of zinc, magnesium, tryptophan, calcium, potassium, copper, niacin, phosphorus, manganese, iron
• May support the body’s natural production of testosterone
• May support healthy hair growth
• May support the body’s ability to hinder hair loss

Constituents of Pumpkin seeds include:

• Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium
• Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Choline, Vitamin A (RAE), Beta & Alpha-carotene, Vitamin A (IU), Lutein & Zeaxanthin, Vitamin E, Beta Tocopherol, Gamma Tocopherol, Delta Tocopherol, Vitamin K
• Amino Acids: Tryptophan, Threonine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Valine, Arginine, Histidine, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Proline, Serine
• Fatty Acids: Palmitic, Stearic, Oleic, Linoleic

Suggested Use: Open the bag and enjoy! To roast, bake in the oven at 300º F for 10 minutes. Keep a close eye on the seeds in the oven to prevent burning. Season to taste.

Other preparations: In a frying pan, melt some coconut oil and add 1-2 cups of organic pumpkin seeds until golden brown. Sprinkle a pinch of our Himalayan sea salt. Serve warm, and enjoy.

Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo L.
Other Names: Pepitas.
Ingredients: Raw Pumpkin Seed Kernels.
Origin: Grown in China. Packaged with care in Florida, USA.
Certifications: USDA Certified Organic.