Pumpkin seed oil is the number one anti-aging oil chosen by Europe's leading health magazines due to its high vitamin E content. Until now, wheat, sunflower seed, jojoba, corn, and olive oil were claimed to be high in vitamin E; however, pumpkin seed oil contains four times more vitamin E than olive oil. Before the new generation of cosmetic product manufacturers start using this oil and selling you expensive creams, buy and use it yourself.
Benefits
- It is a natural source of organic minerals, selenium, and zinc.
- Rich in phytoestrogens; very beneficial for hair health. It is a perfect remedy for skin and hair dryness during menopause.
- It forms an excellent blend with apricot oil, a source of vitamin A, and rosehip or pomegranate oil, rich in vitamin C.
- With its high linoleic acid and harmless fatty acid ratio, it is an excellent immune system protector.
- Vitamin E is cancer-protective and cell-renewing; the oils in pumpkin seeds prevent prostate cancer formation. (Note: Cancer patients should not use vitamin E.)
- It is good for mouth sores, psoriasis, fatigue, weakness, itching, and allergies.
- Vitamin E has been the subject of scientific articles showing more positive effects than depression medications.
- Its use in salads is recommended by cancer research centers.
- For those experiencing lack of focus and concentration, oatmeal, cheese, and pumpkin seeds at breakfast are ideal.
- With its high vitamin E, phytoestrogen, and mucilage effect, it is a true anti-aging product for skin wrinkles and hair.
- It protects the body against free radicals, strengthens the immune system; it is anti-inflammatory and detoxifying.
100 grams of unroasted pumpkin seeds contain 60 mg of vitamin E.
Miracle Formula
For those with hair loss, dry skin, and who want to rejuvenate:
- 1 bowl of shelled pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 parmesan cheese or desalted goat cheese
- 1/2 lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unrefined pumpkin seed oil (refined oils have no vitamin or mineral value)
Process the ingredients in a food processor to a spreadable consistency. The prepared mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for about two weeks in a sealed container without spoiling. Spread it on a slice of high-fiber bread at breakfast and enjoy it with tomatoes on the side.
