Pumpkin seeds are a fall favorite, but don’t let that stop you from consuming them year-round. They are rich in fiber, vitamin E, zinc, potassium, magnesium, iron and calcium
One ounce (a little less than ¼ cup) of pumpkin seeds has: – 163 Calories – 8.5 grams protein – 4.2 grams carbohydrates – 1.8 grams fiber – 14 grams fat – 156 milligrams magnesium (37% daily value) – 14.7 milligrams calcium – 2 grams zinc
Pumpkin seed consumption has been linked to better metabolic health (assessing indicators such as blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol management).
Pumpkin seeds are high in fiber, so individuals not used to fiber in their diet or who cannot tolerate fiber due to a physical condition may experience gastrointestinal distress such as bloating, gas, constipation or diarrhea