Pumpkin (Cucurbita)

Pumpkin is a plant. The seed and its oil are used to make medicine.

Pumpkin is used for treating bladder irritation, kidney infections, intestinal worms, and trouble urinating due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Pumpkin is sometimes used in combination with herbs to treat symptoms of BPH.

The roasted pumpkin seeds are considered a snack food.

How does it work?

The chemicals in the pumpkin seed cause an increase in urination (diuretic effect), which helps relieve bladder discomfort. Pumpkin seed also contains a chemical that might kill intestinal worms.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Intestinal worms.
Bladder irritation.
Kidney infections.

By Mouth:

For benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): 480 mg of pumpkin seed oil extract per day in 3 divided doses in combination with saw palmetto and other herbs.

Pumpkin is safe in food amounts and considered SAFE in medicinal amounts for most people. It may cause ejaculation problems in some men.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of pumpkin in medicinal amounts during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick with usual food amounts.