Pumpkin Seeds (Kaddu Beej) کدو کے بیج

Pumpkin seeds are flat dark green seeds.Some are encased in a yellow- white husk (often called the shell) although some varieties of pumpkins produce seeds without shells.Pumpkin seeds have a melleable,chewy texture and a subtly sweet, nutty flavour. They are an edible seed typically roasted for consumption.They are a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine and are often eatan as a healthful snack.

Benefits of pumpkin seeds:

1/ Pumpkin seeds are a good source of magnessium which is important to bone formation.

2/ Nutrients in pumpkin seeds may help protect against type 2 diabetes.

3/ Pumpkin seeds contain omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids,antioxidants,and fiber .This combination has benefits for both the heart and liver.

4/ Pumpkin seeds have high content of vitamin E which helps strenghthen the immune system.

5/ They also boost matabolism.

6/ Pumpkin seeds can help you reduce blood pressure.

7/ They are a rich source of tryptopham,which treats insomnia.

8/ Pumpkin seeds are a good source of squalene,that protect the skin during uv and other types of radiation exposure.