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    Pumpkin seeds are known for bolstering the immune system, pumpkin seeds help in combating prostatic hypertrophy, a problem in the prostrate gland that affects men because of certain ingredients in its oil. These ingredients have been found to interrupt the multiplication by testosterone and DHT of prostrate cells. It also helps control cholesterol levels and is a source of zinc, which helps older men in keeping bones fit. It is also beneficial to people with arthritis. It also contains omega 3 fatty acids. The seeds contain minerals besides zinc such as magnesium, manganese, iron, copper, phosphorus, proteins and monounsaturated fat.  

    About a hundred grams of pumpkin seed contain:
    Calories 569
    Fibre 5,3g
    Potassium 820mg
    Zinc 6,4mg
    Iron 10mg
    manganese 1.04 mg
    magnesium 184.58 mg
    phosphorus 405.03 mg
    tryptophan 0.11 g
    iron 5.16 mg
    copper 0.48 mg
    vitamin K 17.73 mcg
    zinc 2.57 mg
    protein 8.47 g
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