Last night we carved Pumpkins and made sure that we saved the pumpkin seeds so that we could roast them later for a healthy snack. - Rinse pumpkin seeds to remove the pumpkin slim and leftover pulp.
- I used a coconut oil spray to coat a baking dish, you can do that or use butter, coconut oil, or olive oil.
- Heat the oven to 200 degrees
- Coat with pumpkin seeds with celtic sea salt
- Roast pumpkin seeds until crunchy, but not burnt - about 20 minutes
Health benefits of Pumpkin seeds or Pepitas:
- May promote prostate health- pumpkin seed contain carotenoids, omega-3 fatty acids, and zinc, which all may help to keep the prostate healthy
- Protection for men's bones- zinc has been linked to bone mineral density
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- A rich source of healthful minerals, protein, and monounsaturated fat
- Lowering affects on cholesterol- Phytosterols found in pumpkin seeds are believed to reduce blood levels of cholesterol and enhance the immune response.
Pura Vida!
Alica Ryan, NTP
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