Protein and Magnesium

• Pumpkin seeds are very high in protein and magnesium, both of which help to build energy, control blood pressure and regulate body processes.
  
  

Zinc

• Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, an essential mineral for the human body. Zinc boosts the immune system and can even help to prevent diseases such as osteoporosis.
  
  

Anti-Inflammatory Agents

• Eating pumpkin seeds is a natural way to reduce inflammation and can be particularly helpful to those suffering from arthritis.
  
  

Cholesterol

• Pumpkin seeds contain phytosterols, plant fibers that bind to cholesterol. Therefore, pumpkin seeds can help to lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels in the body.
  
  

Prostate Health

• In addition to reducing cholesterol, the phytosterols in pumpkin seeds also help promote prostate health by preventing enlargement of the prostate gland.