Product Review

One ounce of pumpkin seeds contains 9.35 grams of protein! That's over two grams more than the same quantity of ground beef. Their high protein content and level of nutrients makes them a wonderful addition to any salad or snack. Our ground pumpkin seeds make it very convenient to add to your smoothies and post workout shakes. Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds: Tryptophan: Helps fight depression (converted into serotonin and niacin). Glutamate (needed to create GABA): Anti-stress neorochemical, helps relieve anxiety and other related conditions. Zinc: Boosts immune function and fights osteoporosis. Phytosterols: Reduce LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) and up HDL (the good kind). Pumpkin seeds are also full of manganese, phosphorous, copper, vitamin K, vitamin E, B vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), folates, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium and more! Pumpkin seeds and the powder from pumpkin seeds have relatively high amounts of the amino acid tryptophan. Tryptophan is the amino acid the body uses to make the feel-good and relaxation neurotransmitter serotonin. Pumpkin seeds also contain high amounts of zinc, which can help the brain convert tryptophan into serotonin. Serotonin levels are typically low in people who cannot stay asleep and wake throughout the night.