TerraVita Pumpkin Seed - 450 mg, (100 Capsules, 1-Pack, Zin: 510831)

Pumpkin Seed - 450 mg Pumpkin seeds or seed oil have become popular in recent years for the symptomatic support of benign prostatic hyperplasia (a traditional practice in central Europe) and irritated bladder. Seed extracts have been employed as a disinfectant and externally for wound-mending. Pumpkin Cucurbita pepo L. Family: Cucurbitaceae. Other Names: Pépon, citrouille (French); Gartenkürbis (German); zucca (Italian); calabaza (Spanish). Description: Pumpkin is a robust creeping annual herb with large hairy leaves, coiled tendrils and large, funnel-shaped, yellow flowers. The enormous fruit is technically a berry, and has numerous flat seeds embedded within the spongy fruit flesh. The seeds are oval in shape, flat, pointed at the one end and usually green to white or pale brown in colour. Seeds of various other species generally known as winter squashes or pumpkins (including C. maxima, C. mixta and C. moschata) can be used to some extent. Origin: South and Central America, cultivated in most parts of the world. Nowadays, cultivars are used that produce seeds with soft shells or even without a seed coat (testa) to reduce the need for shelling. Parts Used: Ripe, dried seeds (Cucurbitae peponis semen) or seed oil. Therapeutic Category: Prostate hyperplasia; diuretic. Active Ingre Traditionally used to help support bladder complaints, urination problems and prostate ailments. Dosage; Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals. The TerraVita Premium Collection uses only the finest, purest and most potent plant extracts from around the world. The TerraVita Premium Collection is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. Our highest possible standards are certified by independent laboratories and backed by our personal guarantee. The TerraVita Premium Collection is packed in tamper-proof, food-grade, recyclable containers. ZooScape is proud to be the exclusive distributor of TerraVita teas, herbs and supplements in the United States, Canada and around the world. Cautions: There are no known side effects, contraindications, or drug interactions. Be advised, though, that pumpkin seeds treat only the symptoms of BPH and inflamed urinary tracts; they don't cure the underlying diseases. The treatment of an enlarged prostate should be supervised by a health care professional, as pumpkin seeds and other products only provide symptomatic relief....

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