Pumpkin Seed Oil
Oil extracted from pumpkin seeds with a rich, nutty flavor and concentrated fatty acids
Botanicals
Fruits
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Cucurbita pepo oleum seminis
Classifications
Processing:
extraction
Source:
seed
Type:
oil
Benefits
- Source of valuable nutrients and phytochemicals
- Supports prostate health in men
- May help manage symptoms of overactive bladder
- Provides essential fatty acids and minerals
- Contains antioxidant compounds
- Supports heart health
Specific Properties
- High in unsaturated fatty acids
- Rich in phytosterols and antioxidants
- Dark green color due to chlorophyll content
- Traditional use in Eastern European medicine
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe when consumed in food or supplement amounts. Seed products may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals when consumed in large amounts. People with allergies to pumpkin or other members of the Cucurbitaceae family should avoid use. Seeds and seed oil may interact with diuretics, lithium, and anticoagulant medications.
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Preparation Form
Pumpkin Seed Oil
A preparation of Pumpkin Seed
Sources of Pumpkin Seed Oil
Cold-Pressed Pumpkin Seed Oil
Oil extracted from pumpkin seeds without the use of heat, preserving heat-sensitive compounds
Research: Moderate
Preserved heat-sensitive nutrients
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Supercritical CO2 Pumpkin Seed Oil
Pumpkin seed oil extracted using supercritical carbon dioxide for maximum purity
Research: Limited
Solvent-free extraction method
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