A 33-year-old member asked:
are pumpkin seed shells edible?
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Dr. Martin Friedanswered
General Practice 36 years experience
Yes: Pumpkin seed shells are edible- they probably test best when toasted in an oven. You might even try adding a salt free fat free seasoning for additional taste.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Do pumpkin seeds provide any health benefits?
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Dr. David Hettingeranswered
Podiatry 36 years experience
There are many...: Pumpkin seeds are the only seed that is alkaline-forming; in this world of highly acidic diets, that is a very good thing. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, protein, amino acids, beneficial oils, etc. They are a good source of roughage as well, promoting digestive tract health. Not to mention they are delicious! don't throw those seeds away after cleaning out yout jack-o-lantern!
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A 29-year-old male asked:
What are the health benefits of pumpkin seeds?
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Dr. David Hettingeranswered
Podiatry 36 years experience
There are many...: Pumpkin seeds are the only seed that is alkaline-forming; in this world of highly acidic diets, that is a very good thing. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, protein, amino acids, beneficial oils, etc. They are a good source of roughage as well, promoting digestive tract health. Not to mention they are delicious! don't throw those seeds away after cleaning out yout jack-o-lantern!
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Is it possible for you to salmonella from eating raw pumpkin?
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No: No it is not. Undercooked or raw eggs or chicken are the major sources.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Are pumpkin seeds fattening?
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Read the nutritional: ...information. I suggest ALL my patients read nutritional info on the package. It will tell to important things like calories, fat, fiber, protein, etc. Anything with calories can be fattening, if you eat enough of it! But there are a lot of worse things out there for you to eat than pumpkin seeds! To your good health!
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A 26-year-old female asked:
My son is 5mths will be 6mths on the 16th. Is it ok to start giving him pumpkin and othersoft foods to eat. He's always reaching for my plate?
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Dr. Lori Semelanswered
Pediatrics 35 years experience
Yes: But you need to introduce things slowly. I like to give the same thing every day for three days to make sure there is no reaction before moving on to the next food. Try also to either use jar foods or stick to things that are not higly seasoned or high in sugar content.
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