Raw Pumpkin Seeds are fantastic! Raw Happiness include pumpkin seeds in most of our trail mixes because they are so amazing... here are some things you may or may not know ;-)
- natural anti-inflammatory
- great source of magnesium - 1/2 cup gives you 92% of the recommended daily value... this is a mineral that many Americans have a deficiency.
- high in zinc (naturally protecting against osteoporosis)
- good source of vitamin K
- contains L-tryptophan, naturally effective against depression
- promotes general prostrate health
- used in many places as a natural treatment for parasites
- contains phytosterols (shown to reduce LDL cholesterol and protect against many cancers)
- good source of iron and cooper
- good source of omega-3 and omega-6
- looking for new ways to get more protein - pumpkins seeds are great!
Wondering how to use pumpkin seeds, besides eating them as a raw snack? Try some of these great ideas:
- add to your sauteed veggies (if you're not 100% raw)
- add to your salads
- grind and add to your homemade salad dressings - amazing taste
- grind and add to veggie burgers, or any meat burgers or meat loaf
- chop them up and add to cookie recipes, or hot/cold cereals, oatmeals, or porridges (look in old postings for raw happiness raw porridge recipe)
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