Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain phytonutrients that directly support prostate health and increase urine flow. ALA from plant sources like walnuts converts to EPA and DHA at under 10%, making it a poor substitute for preformed omega-3s from fish. A quarter cup of pumpkin seeds provides approximately 40% of the daily recommended intake of magnesium. Manganese in pumpkin seeds acts as a cofactor for manganese superoxide dismutase, the primary mitochondrial antioxidant enzyme. Pumpkin seeds help the bladder empty more completely by increasing urine flow. Sprouting pumpkin seeds breaks down phytic acid, which otherwise binds to minerals and reduces their bioavailability. Pumpkin seeds can be consumed as a supplement or eaten after meals. Pumpkin seeds are recommended across multiple conditions, including both enlarged prostate and UTI.