Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil are widely used in folk medicine and, in recent decades, both in gastronomy and in over-the-counter (OTC) medicinal products worldwide for their therapeutic properties. The oil, obtained by a unique pressing method, has a characteristic dark green to dark brown colour and a pleasant taste. Regular consumption of pumpkin seed oil helps to maintain good health and, as well as providing a gastronomic experience, it can be used to supplement ongoing medical treatment or, in milder cases, as a stand-alone treatment.
Beneficial effects:
- a natural source of vitamins for those with increased vitamin E and A needs, for example in conditions of epithelial deficiency, to accelerate skin regeneration
- to improve physical fitness during recovery from illness
- in chronic inflammatory diseases, to alleviate symptoms and increase the body's defences, e.g. in chronic prostatitis, cystitis
- slowing down the progression of atherosclerosis with age and alleviating the symptoms of subsequent circulatory disorders, and reducing cholesterol levels
Pumpkin seed oil is very rich in minerals, in particular high in magnesium, potassium and calcium, and contains the trace element selenium in a complex form that can be absorbed by the body.
Pumpkin seed oil is recommended not only as an addition to the home pharmacy, but also as a dressing for salads, reminiscent of the flavours of Styrian cuisine, and can also be used to prepare special dishes.
Nutritional value 100 g 10 g
1 serving 1 tbsp
Energy 3404 kJ/828kcal 340kJ/82kcal
Fat of which 100g 10g
-Saturated fatty acids 18g 1.8g
-unsaturated fatty acids 41g 4.1g
-polyunsaturated fatty acids 40g 4g
Carbohydrate 0g 0g
of which sugar 0g 0g
Fibre 0g 0g
Protein 0g 0g
Salt