Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds for Men

Just like women, men have their own special dietary needs and health concerns, especially as they age. The benefits of eating pumpkin seeds for men are numerous and here’s what this perfect miracle food can do for them.

As men age, zinc levels start to decline. This is can lead to problems ranging from impotency to prostate enlargement. This mineral is also the highest on the list needed by men for fertility and performance. Zinc prevents the build up of DHT, an androgen which has an impact on male sexual health as well as hair growth. When DHT levels build, it breaks down testosterone which has an impact on balding, fertility and sexual health. Without this mineral sperm become clumped together and lack the ability to swim which then decreases the fertility of the man. The large amount of zinc found in pumpkin seeds can help combat this and this is one of the hugest benefits for men.

Zinc also contributes to bone density levels. Osteoporosis, a disease normally thought to be related to postmenopausal women, is also a potential problem for aging men. Out of 8 men over the age of 50, 1 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. The zinc found in pumpkin seeds can help stave off this disease!

The nutrition in pumpkin seeds is very important to prostate health. Studies are still being done about the effect of pumpkin seed carotenoids and its relation to interrupting the activation of prostate cell multiplication. This is referred to as BPH, standing for, Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, which is enlargement of the prostate gland. Although it is unknown exactly why pumpkin seeds work, eating them regularly has the benefit of helping maintain prostate health and thus prevent cancer.

Another benefit is that they contain minerals essential to male sex drive. Pumpkin seeds are loaded with calcium, niacin, phosphorous and potassium. Phosphorous is directly linked to sex drive and is crucial to energy production. Niacin is beneficial with its blood dilating effects and its effect on increasing tactile sensations. Myosin is a rare, motor protein, amino acid essential to muscle contractions and is also imperative to male performance.

The generous amounts of the electrolyte potassium contained in these seeds is crucial to helping with hypertension, promotes faster healing and is a natural pain desensitizer, helping to alleviate migraines. This is especially important for men who suffer stress or who work out and exercise a lot and so get injured more frequently.

Yet another benefit of pumpkin seeds is a little known mineral called manganese. It is found in minute amounts in our kidneys, liver and bones. It is imperative for proper nerve and brain function and also helps regulate blood sugar. This essential mineral also helps form our sex hormones. Studies have found that men suffering from ED, or erectile dysfunction are deficient in manganese. It can also be used to combat fatigue but must be taken as a supplement only under the direction of a medical practitioner. Manganese is also a component of SOD, an antioxidant that fights free radicals. Damage caused to our cells, and DNA can be prevented and even reduced by this mineral.

All of these are benefits of pumpkin seeds, but let’s not forget their basic nutrition. These tiny seeds are packed full of vitamins, including Vitamin C, B1 and B2, Vitamin B6. The pantothentic acid found in the seeds is another crucial ingredient for the formation of hormones and aids digestion. Vitamin K is vital to the body’s blood clotting capabilities.

Pumpkin seeds can still be purchased out of season at your local grocer or even ordered online from specialty shops and can be eaten in a variety of ways. Raw pumpkin seeds are delicious, but there is nothing like having them roasted whole, or roasted and ground up to add to your favourite side dishes. Try the benefits of pumpkin seeds for yourself and enjoy!

The Author:

Hello there. I am Edward Griss, a teacher and track and field coach with an interest in diet and weight loss stemming from my interest in sports nutrition.I began to pile on the pounds and to date have lost over 30 pounds over a number of months. Please have a look at my website where I will be posting articles and review different diet and also exercise products to continue with my weight loss journey.