Autumn is the time to harvest many vegetables and fruits. And among them is a pumpkin, in the appearance of which there is something kind, warm and fabulous. In the pumpkin itself, there are many autumn shades, and the flesh of the pumpkin has a juicy amber color. And how many useful substances it contains, which pumpkin seed oil absorbs!



Pumpkin seeds contain fatty oil, which consists of linolenic, oleic, palmitic, stearic acids, as well as phytosterol, resinous substances, a lot of zinc salts, vitamin E. In addition to all of the above, vitamin T is found in pumpkin, which helps to accelerate metabolic processes ...

Therefore, pumpkin seed oil helps to preserve the beauty of the skin, teeth, eyes.

The homeland of the pumpkin is North and South America. And in Germany, in the city of Ludwigsburg, the European Pumpkin Growing Championship is held annually. So, in 2006, the pumpkin of the Swedish gardener, which weighed 534 kg, won. She brought her owner 3 thousand euros as a gift.



Although America is considered the homeland of the pumpkin, there is other historical information - for example, ancient greek vesselsmade from dried pumpkin, and the mention of it in medical treatises of Avicenna and other healers of the East.

The pumpkin came to Russia from Europe around the 16th century, and took root very well in Russian fields.

The fact that pumpkin seed oil is useful has been learned for a long time. For the first time, it was used as a medicine in Austria and was sold only in a pharmacy. The oil was expensive - a 200 gram bottle had a price equal to that of a massive gold ring. And even now this oil is one of the most expensive.

This is understandable, because to get 1 liter of pumpkin seed oil, you will need to process about 2.5 kg of seeds, which is more than 30 fruits.

Vitamin F is a complex of polyunsaturated fatty acids, which includes the most useful fatty acids for the human body - Omega-6 and Omega-3. All of them have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, improve metabolism, and strengthen the immune system. Pumpkin cleanses the body of harmful substances, including carcinogens, and maintains normal hormonal balance. Thanks to vitamin A, many ophthalmologists recommend including pumpkin in the diet.





Pumpkin seed oil restores the structure of the liver, normalizes the process of bile secretion, and prevents the development of inflammatory processes. There are many ailments that pumpkin can help treat. But this does not mean that pumpkin will be able to replace medicines, because if the disease is already at an advanced stage, other actions and means will be required here.

Another thing is the use of pumpkin seed oil in the prevention and at an early stage of the disease. However, even in difficult cases, one should not give up such opportunities that we grow in the garden.



Pumpkin cosmetics have a beneficial effect on the skin, nails and hair. Its main actions are moisturizing, nourishing, softening the skin, as well as firmness and elasticity.

Pumpkin seed oil contains a complex of flavonoids and vitamins C and E, which strengthen subcutaneous capillaries and thereby prevent the appearance of hematomas and "spider veins" on the skin.

Pumpkin oil is a good protector against premature aging and overexposure to UV rays.Its wound healing properties are used in the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity, respiratory system, vision, proctological diseases. The oil accelerates the regeneration of the skin.

Pumpkin seed oil is often used in moisturizers and nourishing creams for the face and hands, as well as in sunscreens.



How to use oil to treat these diseases at home

The oil can be taken 1 teaspoon 3 times a day one hour before meals. Do not drink with cold water. If you feel any stomach discomfort, you can drink some orange or lemon juice... The duration of treatment is usually from two weeks to a month. There are no contraindications to pumpkin seed oil treatment. But, nevertheless, knowing their characteristics, and possibly the disease, one should consult a doctor for recommendations.

For discoloration of age spots and freckles.

Grind pumpkin seeds in a mortar or coffee grinder and mix the resulting mixture with water (1: 1). After 2 hours strain the mixture and mix with honey in a 2: 1 ratio. Use this lotion to wipe your face with a special whitening mask.

Whitening mask.

Boil the pumpkin pieces and mash. Apply to face for 20 minutes, then rinse off with cool water.

Toning and smoothing mask.

Boil the pumpkin, mash it in an amount - 2-3 tbsp. spoons. Add 1 teaspoon honey. The mask is ready. Apply it on your face for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse with cool water.

A nourishing mask for dry skin.

The simplest mask. Apply the pumpkin pulp gruel to the skin for 20 minutes. Then rinse off with water. After 10 - 15 procedures, your skin will shine with freshness, will be firm and elastic.

Pumpkin juice nourishing mask.

Mix 3 tbsp. tablespoons of pumpkin juice, one yolk and 1 hour. a spoonful of honey. Apply the mask on your face for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse with cool water.