Studies confirm health benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil

Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam for the treatment of female pattern hair loss: A randomized comparative trial

The present study aimed to investigate the clinical efficacy of pumpkin seed oil (PSO) in the treatment of female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and compare its effects with minoxidil 5% foam.
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In-vitro anthelmentic efficacy of pumpkin seed oil on toxocariosis

This study was conducted to evaluate the efficiency of pumpkin seed oil on embryonic and larval development of Toxocara cati eggs.
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Ameliorative effect of pumpkin seed oil against emamectin induced toxicity in mice

The current study was conducted to evaluate the toxic effects of emamectin insecticide in mice and the possible protective effect of pumpkin seed oil.
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Oil from pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds: evaluation of its functional properties on wound healing in rats

Extracted oil from pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo L.) is an exciting target, as it is composed of prominent pharmacological properties to possible wound healing treatments.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil Nutrient Values

How much of these nutrients are contained in Pumpkin Seed Oil: Water, Energy, Protein, Lipid (fat), Ash, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Minerals, Calcium (Ca), Iron (Fe), Magnesium (Mg), Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K), Sodium (Na), Zinc (Zn), Copper(Cu), Manganese (Mn), Vitamins, Vitamin C, ascorbic acid, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Folic acid, Folate (food), Folate, DFE, Vitamin B-12, Vitamin A (RAE), Retinol, Vitamin A (IU), Vitamin D (D2 + D3), Lipids, Fatty acids saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, Cholesterol, Amino Acids, Tryptophan, Threonine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Valine, Arginine, Histidine, Alanine, Aspartic acid, Glutamic acid, Glycine, Proline and Serine.
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Replacement of Dietary Saturated Fat by PUFA-Rich Pumpkin Seed Oil Attenuates Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Atherosclerosis Development, with Additional Health Effects of Virgin over Refined Oil

This study shows that an isocaloric change from a diet rich in saturated fats to a diet rich in unsaturated fats can reduce the development of NAFLD and atherosclerosis. Phytochemically pure pumpkin seed oil also has anti-inflammatory effects.
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Pumpkins (Cucurbita maxima, Cucurbita pepo) has been used in connection with BPH symptoms, Depression, Kidney Stones and Parasites

Pumpkin seeds contain several significant groups of active constituents: essential fatty acids, amino acids, phytosterols (e.g., beta-sitosterol) minerals, and vitamins. Other major parts include mucilaginous carbohydrates and minerals.
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Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

Pumpkin seed oil (PSO) has been shown to block the action of 5-alpha reductase and to have antiandrogenic effects on rats. This randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study was designed to investigate the efficacy and tolerability of PSO for treatment of hair growth in male patients with mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
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Pumpkin Seed Oil Extracted From Cucurbita maxima Improves Urinary Disorder in Human Overactive Bladder

This study evaluates the effect of the pumpkin seed oil from Cucurbita maxima on urinary dysfunction in human overactive bladder (OAB).
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Improvement in HDL cholesterol in postmenopausal women supplemented with pumpkin seed oil: pilot study

This study is the first to evaluate the benefit of pumpkin seed oil in postmenopausal women.
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Phenolic compounds and some quality parameters of pumpkin seed oil

Pumpkin Seed Oil has become a recognized source of phenolic compounds. The main aim of this paper was to evaluate the concentration of phenolic compounds and their extraction from pumpkin seed oil.
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Seeds and oil of the Styrian oil pumpkin: Components and biological activities

This comparative study by the Graz University of Technology has shown that Pumpkin Seed Oil is healthier than other oils.
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Effects of pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto oil in Korean men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia

This study was to investigate the role of complementary and alternative medicine in the prevention and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil and Phytosterol-F Can Block Testosterone/Prazosin-Induced Prostate Growth in Rats

This study was undertaken to investigate the effects of pumpkin seed oil alone or combined with Phytosterol-F on testosterone/prazosin-induced (T-P) prostate growth in rats.
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Pharmacological effects of pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil

This study describes the lignan- and phenol-containing glycosides discovered in pumpkin seeds, which belong to the group of phytoestrogens.
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