“Pepitas” BLOCK the growth of cancer cells?!
Cancer, blood pressure, sugars and more…
Everyone gets a case of “the munchies” every now and then.
And there’s nothing wrong with that!
But what’s important is what you reach for when the mood strikes.
See, instead of reaching for potato chips to satisfy that urge for a crunch — or for the salty taste — I have a better idea.
You see, there’s a secret snack that provides health benefits ranging from controlling blood sugar and blood pressure, to helping prevent cancer.
And you can find it at your local grocery store…
Some parts of the world call them pepitas, but you might know them simply as pumpkin seeds.
Whatever you call them, consider reaching for them the next time you have a serious case of the munchies.
They’re a great source of protein and fiber — 7g of protein per serving!
They also contain vitamin B2, calcium, folate, zinc, beta-carotene, vitamin K, and they’re a great source of free-radical-fighting antioxidants.
It’s no wonder, then, that studies have shown just how beneficial they are for your health.
They’re great for diabetics because they can help regulate insulin. They can also protect against some of the complications of diabetes by protecting your delicate blood vessels.
They’ve been shown to help regulate blood pressure.
Plus, lab studies have shown that the compounds in pumpkin seeds can inhibit the growth of both prostate and breast cancer cells!
They’re an especially great snack for men, since these seeds have been shown to help prevent prostate growth by blocking the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone.
And they’re loaded with zinc, which is critical for normal prostate function.
Pumpkin seeds add a satisfying crunch to any salads.
But personally, I like to eat them by the handful.
