Pumpkin seeds have been used as an anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) agent in traditional medicine across the Americas, and modern research has validated their use for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Their phytosterols — especially beta-sitosterol — help reduce DHT-mediated prostate enlargement and improve urinary flow. Rich in zinc, magnesium, and essential fatty acids, they are also a powerful nutritive tonic for reproductive health in both sexes.
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raw/roasted food, oil, powder, capsule
30–60g raw seeds daily as food; or 1–2 tbsp cold-pressed oil daily; or 500mg seed extract 2× daily for BPH
Generally very safe as a food. Large supplemental doses may interact with blood thinners (vitamin K content). May slightly lower blood sugar. Generally considered safe in pregnancy at food doses.
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