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Benign Prostate Hypertrophy and pumpkin seeds
I have heard that pumpkin seeds contain nutrients that can help treat Benign Prostate Hypertrophy. Can you confirm this?
Yes, I can. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of zinc, which is critical for male reproductive health and which plays an important role in cell division and repair. There are high concentrations of zinc in the male prostate gland which makes the prostatic fluid in which the sperm cells are mixed to make semen and daily zinc supplements have been shown to help the an enlarged prostate return to normal in 70% of sufferers who took 50mg a day for several months. Other natural sources include eggs, turkey, crabmeat, sunflower seeds and soybeans.
Pumpkin seeds are also an excellent source of the omega-3 fatty acids which the body cannot make but which are so difficult to get from your diet because they are fragile and damaged by heat. These essential nutrients are involved in brain development, nerve renewal and cardiovascular health and can also help lower high cholesterol levels.
You can eat pumpkin seeds raw or roasted and should aim for 1-2 ounces daily. Roasting improves the flavour, but will damage the omega-3 fatty acids. You can mail order Pumpkin Seed capsules from the Nutri Centre on 0800-587 2290. 100 x 300mg capsules cost £5.25. Take 4 a day.