{"product_id":"pumpkin-seed-protein","title":"Pumpkin Seed Protein","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Seed Protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster muscle, wound and injury recovery and regeneration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-inflammatory may reduce pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports urinary and prostate health, skin, hair and bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHas a slightly nutty flavor. It's nutrient rich with 19g of protein per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great alternative to other plant proteins. Free of gluten, soy, dairy and additives such as hexane, fillers, and preservatives. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians. But best for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy an easily digested plant protein with a full spectrum of Amino Acids. Plus a wide variety of other nutrients found naturally in pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamins B and K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinerals (magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron, copper, phosphorus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete amino acid profile including tryptophan (the feel good amino acid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential fatty acids omega-6 and 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTocopherols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart healthy plant sterols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19g plant protein\/serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin seeds have a very high oil content at 50%. Four fatty acids - palmitic, stearic, oleic and linoleic - make up 98% of the fatty acid in pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalmitic acid has excellent antioxidant properties - unlike trans fats, palmitic acid is a saturated fat that helps with protein localization in cellular membranes. A Canadian study in 2004 in the Asian Pacific Clinical Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that palmitic acid does not raise cholesterol levels in healthy individuals when combined with the linoleic fatty acid which is also found in pumpkin seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLinoleic acid supports healthy skin, hair and speeds wound repair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOleic is a monounsaturated fatty acid that inhibits cholesterol synthesis and has been shown to lower the risk of heart disease. Since pumpkin seeds are a good source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, they are helpful in reducing HDL cholesterol levels. The Harvard School of Public Health stated that they can aid in inflammation reduction and maintain steady heart beat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin seeds are a great source of tryptophan, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, protein, zinc, and iron. Magnesium is beneficial to nerve and muscle function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe B vitamins, and vitamin K, are high in pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin K regulates calcium absorption and contributes to healthy bones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin E, especially as tocopherol, is highly concentrated in pumpkin seeds, and is an effective anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of pumpkin seeds include help with heart and prostate function. When testosterone stimulates prostate cell multiplication, a byproduct of this process called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) that contributes to male baldness and benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin seeds appear to aid in the disruption of the dihydrotestosterone effect on the prostate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe high zinc content is suggested to be helpful for bones and especially aging men and women where low levels of zinc are associated with hip fractures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkins, a cousin of the cucumber and cantaloupe, are actually a squash native to the Americas. Also known as pepitas, pumpkin seeds have been used as a dense source of nutrition and food in the North, South and Central Americas as far back as the Aztec civilization, around 1300-1500 AD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Size:  1 ounce = 19g protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaw, Vegan, Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient-dense, non-bloating, non-gritty, low-glycemic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT contain:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, thickening agents, preservatives, soy, nuts, gluten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt NO point do we EVER use chemicals. Instead, a low temperature enzyme process is used, leaving a completely raw and organic product. It is ultra-clean, entirely hypoallergenic and a perfect source of plant protein.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd one scoop to 8 ounces of water, fresh juice or smoothie, and blend well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be taken immediately before and\/or after your workout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports faster muscle, wound and injury recovery and regeneration. Anti-inflammatory may reduce pain. Supports urinary and prostate health, skin, hair and bones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eScientific Reference\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greenmedinfo.com\/substance\/pumpkin-seed-oilmeal\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePumpkin Seed  Research Abstracts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprout Living","offers":[{"title":"454g\/16oz","offer_id":46871012081884,"sku":"SLPU01","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2268g\/5lbs","offer_id":46958452211932,"sku":"SLPU80","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3603\/4012\/files\/Pumpkin_Seed_Protein_454g-16oz.jpg?v=1776960672","url":"https:\/\/life-enthusiast.com\/fr\/products\/pumpkin-seed-protein","provider":"LIFE ENTHUSIAST","version":"1.0","type":"link"}