Pumpkin Seed Oil Benefits

Pumpkins are grown around the world but are native to North and Central America. All parts of the pumpkin plant can be used. The seeds have excellent uses for medicinal remedies.

Benefits

• Pumpkin seed oil has been used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, depression, kidney stones and parasitic infections. Pumpkin seed oil also can be useful to treat depression, improve bladder function and help with the function of the urethra.

Traditional Use

• Both pumpkin seeds, pumpkin flesh and pumpkin seed oil were used by Native Americans to treat parasitic infections, kidney problems and minor injuries.

Combinations

• When pumpkin oil is combined with saw palmetto it is effective for reducing symptoms linked to benign prostatic hyperplasia, or prostate gland enlargement.

Dosage

• Men who have benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH, should take 160 milligrams of pumpkin seed oil three times a day before meals. Crushed seeds are the most beneficial pumpkin seed treatments for kidney stones and parasites.

Side Effects

• Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil might cause upset stomachs. However, they are generally considered safe for everyone, except pregnant or nursing women.