1. Insecticidal
Pumpkin seeds are usually used as food materials. In traditional Chinese medicine, South melon seeds are mainly used to kill insects. With betel nut juice, it has good killing effect on tapeworms, Ascaris, Schistosoma, filariasis and other internal worms. Generally, the complete worms can be eliminated by defecation after eating for two hours.
2. Protection of neurons
Pumpkin seed is a necessary nutrient for the normal function of nervous system, which helps to produce gamma aminobutyric acid and improve the stress ability of brain when the brain is angry, nervous or in other adverse states.
3. Prostate protection
Pumpkin seed is a very good natural food for men. High levels of zinc and dehydroepiandrosterone contribute to the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Pumpkin seed extract and South melon seed can treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, namely prostate enlargement.
4. Prevention and treatment of diabetes
Pumpkin seeds can improve the ability of insulin regulation, and effectively prevent diabetic complications by reducing oxidative stress (it has been proved that oxidative stress (OS) can induce apoptosis of a variety of cells). In addition, pumpkin seeds are rich in digestible protein, which helps to stabilize blood sugar. Finally, the plant nutrients contained in pumpkin seed oil can help to prevent diabetes and kidney disease.
