Say Hello To The Miracle Seed

Commonly used in Mexican cuisine, pumpkin seeds are loaded with health benefits. By Kayal Arivalan

- Kayal Arivalan

Pumpkin seeds are flat, edible, egg-shaped seeds are also known as “pepita” – a Mexican Spanish term. With a white layer on the outside, the seeds look light green on the inside. They are considered wholesome and highly nutritive. Being a good source of healthy oils, magnesium, and other nutrients, pumpkin seeds can be consumed as a snack. “They date back to the ancient Greeks and Native Americans so they’ve been around a long time!” says Avinash Rajapet, Programme Director and Head Trainer, Fitbee, Hyderabad. “Remove them from the flesh of a pumpkin, rinse them and roast them for consumption.”