Pumpkin seeds have been recognized as a major superfood for thousands of years by several different cultures. Very simply they are nutritional powerhouses packed full of a wide variety of vital nutrients. Pumpkin seed oil has been heralded for its unique qualities and benefits. It contains significant amounts of: Vitamins A, E, K & Antioxidant Carotenoids (which is what makes it dark). Omega 6 & 9 Essential Fatty Acids (Linoleic & Oleic); While Omega 3 EFAs have gotten lots of attention over the past couple of decades, high-quality (Parent) Omega 6 and 9 EFAs are also very important Phyto-Nutrients! This is a huge category of nutrients that we are just scratching the surface on in terms of all the benefits they provide. Phyto-Sterols! This is perhaps the most documented benefit of pumpkin seed oil. The phyto-sterols Beta-Sitosterol & Delta-7-Sterine are natural DHT blockers. This is significant in that DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is a particularly active metabolite of testosterone. It has been associated with both Male Pattern Baldness, Hair Loss in general, and BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy, AKA an enlarged prostate). Containing these natural DHT blockers is why pumpkin seed oil has been used for hundreds of years for these problems. Additional documented benefits include*: Lowering of LDL cholesterol (considered to be the bad form that tends to deposit fats in the blood vessels). Increasing HDL cholesterol (considered to be the good form that helps to take fat deposits away from the arteries & blood vessels). Improved Kidney Function & Reduced Kidney Stones. Anti-Inflammatory properties including Reduced Join Pain. Improved Skin & Hair.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease.
C**D
The real deal!
Not sure what the bad review was about. Maybe they expected a synthetic pumpkin scented oil to make candles with. This is the real deal. Extremely nutty fragrance and taste. To me it has the taste of roasted pumpkin seeds. I bought this more for the health benefits rather than from a cooking aspect. Although, I’m sure it would be delicious tossed with some asparagus before pan roasting in the oven. So far, it has done more than I ever expected. I can’t do fish oils or algae because of allergies so this is my go to alternative. This is by far the best product I have found and I have tried many including vegan fish oil alternatives that make me sick to my stomach. Another plus, I have dry irritated eyes after working at a computer all day. Not so much anymore. I’ve been taking this for a while but buying it from my local coop for much more $. I love my local coop but can’t always afford it. If you are looking for pumpkin scented oil, this is not the product for you. If you are looking for the health benefits of pumpkin oil, give this one a try. I love the fact that it isn’t filtered and their extraction method is clean and impressive.
B**N
The best - absolutely excellent!
I highly recommend both the product and the seller. The oil is excellent, and the seller is one of the best I have ever had to deal with. Encountered a small problem, and the seller went out of his way to make it right and in a rapid fashion. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND both the seller and the product and intend to become a repeat customer
D**S
Not like Austrian organic pumpkin oil!
Thought this would be a good substitute for the real Austrian product. Not at all. No fragrance, no rich color. Don't waste your money.
C**E
Proud of myself for this purchase.
This is very tasty oil! They give you a "novel" of information with it that I would like to see reduced for the sake of packaging materials to be more eco-friendly and save a tree, however, all very informative. I didn't know there were so many health benefits to pumpkin see oil and uses.
G**.
Seems diluted
This oil seems diluted. It does not have the rich taste and consistency, nor a very dark color, that it should have. It might not have been obtained from first cold press or it might have been diluted with another blended oil.
P**B
Great product!
Made a delicious salad dressing using this oil.....health benefits for using pumpkin seed oil are reported to be amazing. We'll wait and see on that but for now, it's amazing on my salads.
A**I
Not the real deal
If you expect real Austrian Pumpkinseed oil, the dark, thick liquid, you will be disappointed like me. Not sure what people even use this oil for, very funky strange taste. Wish I had checked the reviews before buying.
4**E
5 star
This is a great pumpkin seed oil..Very pleasant..IMHO. Will purchase again and would absolutely recommend.
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