Adding only a small amount of them in your diet can provide you with a substantial quantity of healthy fats, magnesium and zinc. Hence pumpkin seeds have been associated with several health benefits. These include improved heart health, prostate health and protection against certain cancers.

Pumpkin seeds also contain antioxidants like carotenoids and vitamin E. Pumpkin seeds are a great source of dietary fibre shelled seeds provide 1.1 grams of fiber in a single (28-gram) serving.