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Pumpkin Seeds

The seeds of Cucurbita pepo, exceptionally dense in delta-7-phytosterols, zinc, magnesium, and L-tryptophan. Pumpkin seed sterols block 5-alpha-reductase and prevent dihydrotestosterone (DHT) binding to prostate receptors, improving urinary flow and bladder emptying, while cucurbitacin helps expel intestinal worms.

What Pumpkin Seeds is used for

  • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
  • Frequent Nocturnal Urination
  • Overactive Bladder
  • Insomnia
  • Parasites (Intestinal Worms)
  • Magnesium Deficiency
  • Zinc Deficiency

Pharmaceuticals Pumpkin Seeds is studied as a natural alternative to

  • Flomax (Tamsulosin)
  • Proscar (Finasteride)
  • Ditropan (Oxybutynin)
  • Melatonin
  • Zinc supplements

Educational information only — never stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your prescriber first.

Safety and warnings

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Extremely safe food-grade remedy. High in dietary fiber; consume with plenty of water. Very rare mild digestive upset if consumed in excessive quantities.

Evidence level: Strong

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