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GlossaryPumpkin seed oil (Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil)

nutrient-rich oil from pumpkin seeds, beneficial for hair health

Pumpkin seed oil is a nutrient-rich oil extracted from the seeds of pumpkins, known for its high content of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins. It has been studied for its potential benefits in promoting hair health and treating conditions like androgenetic alopecia, as it may help inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is involved in hair loss.

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research Isolation, Structural Elucidation, and Therapeutic Potentials of Root of Cucurbita Pepo

January 2021

Pumpkin roots contain compounds like Alpha-spinasterol, squalene, and palmitic acid, which may have health benefits like reducing depression, treating certain cancers, and having antibacterial properties.

research Edible Seeds From Cucurbitaceae Family as Potential Functional Foods: Immense Promises, Few Concerns

54 citations, May 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy”

Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.

research Potential Pharmacological Activities of Pumpkin Seeds as a Functional Food: A Comprehensive Review

June 2023 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine”

Pumpkin seeds may improve health due to their rich nutrients and potential to treat various conditions.

research What Do We Know About Phytotherapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?

67 citations, February 2015 in “Life Sciences”

Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

research Pharmacological Approaches in Managing Symptomatic Relief of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review

1 citations, December 2023 in “Curēus”

Tadalafil is effective for treating urinary symptoms in men with BPH.

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