Introduction to Pumpkin Seeds and Their Extracts

Pumpkin is a common food in our daily life. It is sweet and glutinous when cooked in porridge, and is loved by everyone. However, what everyone does not know is that pumpkin seeds, which are often regarded as garbage, are actually the real treasure. Pumpkin seeds are also rich in soybean oleic acid, which can nourish brain cells and remove deposits from the lining of blood vessels, thereby improving brain function and improving cerebral blood circulation, which can prevent the occurrence of atherosclerosis to a certain extent. The higher the purity, the more effective the more obvious.

The high content of protein and dietary fiber, and low content of fat and sodium in pumpkin seed protein make it the first choice among those seeking to optimize their bodies and enhance their physique among many plant-based proteins. For dieters who need a low-calorie diet, replacing part of the protein in the diet with pumpkin seed protein not only reduces the intake of cholesterol and saturated fat, but also achieves a balanced nutritional intake.

What are the benefits of pumpkin seed extract?

1. Pumpkin Seed Extract May Improve Cardiovascular Disease

High plasma cholesterol levels are the main cause of heart disease. Dietary animal fat can increase plasma cholesterol content, which is an important factor leading to arteriosclerosis and heart disease. Pumpkin seed protein does not contain cholesterol and can be used in place of animal protein.

According to the research results of the winners of the 1998 Nobel Prize in Medicine, arginine in protein is the only prerequisite for the synthesis of nitric oxide in the body. The content of arginine in pumpkin seed protein powder is sufficient. Supplementing pumpkin seed protein can promote the synthesis of nitric oxide, dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure, improve blood supply to the heart and brain, enhance the elasticity of blood vessel walls, and effectively prevent cardiovascular diseases.

2. Pumpkin seed extract can improve immunity

Pumpkin seed protein can promote the synthesis of immunoglobulin and effectively enhance humoral immunity; it can also increase the proliferation of T lymphocytes and enhance the cellular immune response; it can also promote the release of various endocrine hormones, including insulin, growth hormone, prolactin, anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory drugs. Diuretic hormones, and catecholamines, etc., to regulate immunity.

3. Pumpkin seed extract can improve male reproductive capacity

Pumpkin seed protein can improve sperm motility, improve sperm quality, promote sperm fertilization ability, and provide kinetic energy for sperm movement. The arginine in pumpkin seed protein is not only involved in sperm formation, but also the basic component of various nuclear proteins of sperm. It can also dilate arterial blood vessels through the nitric oxide pathway. Based on this, Pfizer has developed a treatment called "Viagra". Impotence drugs.

4. Pumpkin seed extract can Promote muscle synthesis

Unlike regular vegetable protein, pumpkin seed protein contains a lot of glutamic acid. Glutamate is the first synthesis of glutamine in the human body. Experimental studies have shown that glutamine can increase the volume of muscle cells, stimulate muscle protein synthesis, improve muscle vitality, and make muscles grow. At present, whey protein is mostly used as the raw material of muscle building powder in the market, but whey protein is an animal protein that vegetarians should not eat, and whey protein contains milk allergens, while pumpkin seed protein is vegetable protein and does not contain any allergens , those who are prone to allergies can eat with peace of mind.

5. Pumpkin seed extract can Antioxidant

The enzymatic hydrolyzate was obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis of pumpkin seed protein, and the measured DPPH clearance rate was 83.47%, so the hydrolyzed pumpkin seed protein had antioxidant effect.

6. Pumpkin seed extract can diabetes

Pumpkin polysaccharides, protein components with molecular weight greater than 60ku and molecular weight less than 3ku can significantly improve insulin levels in diabetic rats, and protein components of 3-60ku have the best hypoglycemic effect, not only can significantly reduce the fasting blood glucose value of diabetic rats, but also Glucose tolerance can be improved over time.

Application Scope of Pumpkin Seed Extract

1. Pumpkin seed extract can be eaten as food

Pumpkin seed protein powder can be directly added to finished grains such as flour and corn flour as a nutritional supplement to make up for the lack of essential amino acids (especially lysine) in cereal foods. It can also be used as an additive in baked goods to improve product flavor and nutritional content.

2. Pumpkin seed extract can be eaten as meat products

Adding pumpkin seed protein powder to high-grade meat products not only improves the texture and flavor of meat products, but also increases protein content and strengthens vitamins.

3. Pumpkin seed extract can be eaten as a dairy product

Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder is nutritionally complete and contains no cholesterol.

4. Pumpkin seed extract can be eaten as a drink

Pumpkin seed kernel powder was used as the research object, and glutinous rice flour, japonica rice flour and potato starch were used as auxiliary materials.

5. Pumpkin seed extract can be eaten as a health product

Pumpkin seed protein has the functions of improving cardiovascular disease, improving immunity, and anti-oxidation, which can be directly added to health care products.

Pumpkin Seed Extract Supplier

Nutra Herb Ingredients Co., Ltd. has been engaged in plant extraction for more than ten years. We have rich experience in plant extraction and provide meticulous and professional services, which are deeply trusted by consumers. If you need pumpkin seed extract, you can contact us by email: Sales@nutranerbsource.com.

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