Pumpkin Seed Oil

Also Known As : Pepita oil

Technical Name : Cucurbita pepo

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a nutty flavour.

Usage Tips

Pumpkin Seed Oil can be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature.
It can be used in both savory and sweet dishes, salad dressing, and as an ice cream sauce alternative.

Description

Pumpkin seeds are an edible, flat, green-colored seed of a pumpkin. Pumpkin Seed Oil is a rich-green colored oil extracted from the seeds of a pumpkin. It is derived from cold-pressing roasted, hulled seeds of pumpkins, under high pressure. It is a culinary oil, used especially in central Europe.

Health benefits

Pumpkin Seed Oil contains phytosterols that compete with cholesterol for absorption in the digestive system. This can block cholesterol absorption and lower cholesterol levels in the body.⁽¹⁾
It helps to reduce hair loss and increase hair growth, especially in men.⁽¹⁾
It helps to relieve menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, joint pain, and headaches.⁽¹⁾
It helps to improve prostate health, and also provides relief from overactive bladder.⁽¹⁾
As it lowers cholesterol levels, it reduces the risk of heart diseases and promotes heart health.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Go for cold-pressed pumpkin seed oil as it retains more of the health benefits and antioxidants that are depleted by heat. Check for the manufacturing and expiry date to make sure it has not expired.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.verywellhealth.com/pumpkin-seed-oil-health-benefits-4686960

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