Grown from an ancient variety of pumpkin, pumpkin seeds are prized for their flavor and high nutritional quality.
Pumpkin seeds are darker green and have more fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals than Chinese pumpkin seeds.
- Pumpkin seeds are very high in selenium and vitamin E, two dietary antioxidants that prevent the oxidation of fats in tissues.
- It is also rich in omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, folic acid, phosphorus, potassium, manganese and vitamin B3.
- Magnesium, of which it is rich, plays a role in energy metabolism, tissue formation and bone development.
- It's also a good source of calcium.
- It also contains fiber, zinc and vitamin B1.