Pumpkin seeds have long been used in folk medicine to treat worms. But the beneficial properties of the product do not end there. The seeds contain vitamins, amino acids, and fatty oils. Vitamin E is present in large quantities, a reliable prevention of premature aging. Pumpkin pulp has healing properties that positively affect the functionality of the gonads. How does it affect the body?
How it works
This is interesting: the anthelmintic property of pumpkin seeds was first noticed and described by ancient Chinese doctors.
The active substance in pumpkin seeds, which helps remove worms from the body, is cucurbitin. This substance has three features.
Cucurbitin is the main active ingredient
- The maximum amount of cucurbitin is found in the skin of the pumpkin seed and in the film separating the skin from the kernel. Therefore, it is recommended to make anthelmintic decoctions and infusions of unpeeled seeds to achieve greater effectiveness of the product.
- Cucurbitin does not completely kill parasites, but only has a temporary paralyzing effect on them. In a state of stupor, helminths lose the ability to attach to the intestinal walls, move and reproduce. And while they are in this state, they can easily be evacuated from the intestines to the outside with the help of laxatives.
Under the influence of cucurbitin, helminths are paralyzed
- Cucurbitin does not have a toxic effect on all types of intestinal parasites, but only on the following: pinworms, roundworms, lamblia, bovine and pork tapeworms and flukes.
Important! Only in combination: seeds + laxative, the method of pumpkin seeds as an anthelmintic drug is effective. Otherwise, paralyzed parasites will remain in the intestines, secrete toxic substances, and continue to poison the body.
To achieve the effect, you need to use a laxative
In fairness, it should be noted that the body is able to get rid of some of the parasites paralyzed by cucurbitin itself, without the help of an enema. Natural protective mechanisms will turn on, in which the gallbladder will react to the protein secreted by the immovable parasite. The expulsion of uninvited guests from the bile ducts into the small and then large intestine will begin. And some of the worms will have time to come out with feces. But only part. Pumpkin seeds do not guarantee complete cleansing of parasites, without the participation of an enema and laxatives.
You need to consume the seeds in a course
Benefits of pumpkin seeds as an anthelmintic
- Safety. Being a toxin for tapeworms and roundworms, cucurbitin is completely safe for humans, be they adults or children, pregnant or elderly. Therefore, pumpkin seeds are an alternative to medicinal anthelmintic drugs, which have contraindications, and are good as a prophylactic agent.
The product is safe for pregnant women
- Availability. Pumpkin is an inexpensive vegetable available all year round. Decoctions and infusions from its seeds are quick and easy to prepare. There are a great many recipes for medicine made from pumpkin seeds. Everyone can choose the one that suits their taste.
There are many ways to eat pumpkin seeds.
- Utility. Pumpkin seeds are a product of high biological activity. Even if they did not have anthelmintic properties, their nutritional value would not be reduced.
Note: 100 g of peeled pumpkin seeds contains: 46 g of fat, 25 g of protein and 13.5 g of carbohydrates.
In addition, pumpkin seeds contain many vitamins and microelements:
- B vitamins, necessary for the activity of nerve cells and responsible for the quality of mental activity;
- polyunsaturated fatty acids that strengthen the walls of blood vessels, having an anti-sclerotic effect. And, ultimately, have a beneficial effect on the state of the cardiovascular system;
- zinc has a positive effect on metabolic processes, the immune system, and is involved in the process of hematopoiesis. 100 g of seeds contain half the daily requirement of zinc;
- phosphorus, pumpkin seeds are 2-5 times higher in phosphorus content than fish, depending on the type.
Pumpkin seeds contain a lot of useful substances
Contraindications and overdose
Like any product, you need to consume pumpkin seeds in moderation. When overeating, negative manifestations such as arrhythmia, increased urination, diarrhea, nausea and even vomiting are possible.
Note: the daily intake of pumpkin seeds for an adult is 300 g, for a 5-year-old child - 50 g, for a 7-year-old - 100 g. Up to 15 years of age - 150 g. For children under 5 years of age, anthelmintic treatment with the use of pumpkin seeds is not applicable.
A glass of seeds per day is the optimal dose for an adult
Anthelmintic therapy with pumpkin seeds is not indicated for 4 groups of people:
- Prone to allergic reactions in general and to pumpkin components in particular.
- Suffering from urolithiasis or cholelithiasis.
- For those with weak intestines, the laxative effect of the medicine is dangerous.
- With diseased kidneys, the diuretic effect of pumpkin seeds will be an additional burden for them.
Urolithiasis is a contraindication for eating pumpkin seeds
Important! Before starting therapy against intestinal parasites, you should consult a physician.
It is better not to start therapy without consulting a doctor
Treatment with pumpkin seeds according to Semenova
If a child under 5 years of age is being treated for worms, he can be offered pumpkin milk. This product should be prepared the night before the procedure.
To do this, 150 g of seeds are ground in a meat grinder and poured with 2 cups of boiling water. Then the resulting composition is kept for 2.5 hours in a water bath. When the time is up, turn off the fire and leave the mixture to infuse for 12 hours.
In the morning, strain the pumpkin seeds. The resulting liquid is called “pumpkin milk”. It is left to stand for 30 minutes, after which the pumpkin oil is removed from the surface. The remaining liquid is offered to the child.
It is important that strict hygiene rules are observed during treatment. You should not start taking pumpkin milk without first consulting your doctor.
Pumpkin seeds for worms: how to use them correctly
Popular rumor teaches to take a glass of peeled seeds in the morning on an empty stomach and in the evening, before bed. And so on for three weeks. They promise improved well-being and removal of parasites.
Doctors advise eating pumpkin seeds by crushing them and mixing them with honey. Moreover, you need to grind the unpeeled seeds, along with the shell, which contains the most cucurbitin.
You can grind the seeds in a blender
Note: doctors do not recommend buying peeled pumpkin seeds, since the oils they contain quickly oxidize when exposed to air. This leads to the loss of the healing properties of the product. Therefore, if you decide to take the seeds in their purified form, then the peel must be removed from them immediately before use.
Seeds should be peeled immediately before use.
Recipes
As an anthelmintic, pumpkin seeds are suitable raw, dried, fried, baked, in infusions, and in decoctions. This product goes well with honey, castor oil, garlic, and milk.
Recipe with honey
In this case, honey acts as a mild laxative and a pleasant component that improves the taste of the medicine.
To make it you need 300 g of peeled pumpkin seeds and a tablespoon of honey. The seeds are ground in a coffee grinder and brought to a mushy state using a small amount of boiled water. Honey is added to this mixture.
Seeds combined with honey
Take the resulting anthelmintic drug in the morning on an empty stomach. 3 hours after administration, a laxative is drunk or an enema is given.
The procedure must be repeated within 3 days.
Note: Ingredient quantities are per adult. Half a serving is enough for a child.
Recipe with garlic
Garlic is a well-known anthelmintic agent, and in the company of pumpkin seeds, the toxicity of the drug for intestinal parasites increases significantly.
You will need 200 g of unpeeled seeds, 5-6 cloves of garlic or 1 head and 2 tablespoons of honey. Pumpkin seeds are ground in a coffee grinder/blender. The garlic is rubbed. Then all components are combined and mixed.
You can add garlic, which will enhance the effect of the seeds.
Note: before use, the mixture should stand for a day or night in a dark place to complete the enzymatic processes in it.
Take it on an empty stomach in the morning, for four days, 1 tablespoon/1 teaspoon (adults/children). After taking the mixture, you should not eat or drink for 3 hours.
Recipe with castor oil
Castor oil has a reputation as a natural laxative, which, combined with the anthelmintic effect of pumpkin seeds, gives good results.
In combination with castor oil, the effect will come faster
There are two ways to use this recipe. You can eat 100 g of pumpkin seeds during the day, and drink a tablespoon of castor oil at night. And so on for 3 days in a row.
You can grind 100 g of seeds and mix them with a tablespoon of oil. Use the mixture also before bedtime.
Recipe with milk
200 g of peeled seeds are poured into a glass of milk and whipped in a blender. The resulting gruel is consumed at breakfast without drinking. You can and should drink water only an hour after breakfast - 1 glass. And after 3 hours, take a laxative or do an enema. The procedure is repeated the next day.
Pumpkin seeds with milk
Preparatory stage
In order for the anthelmintic remedy made from pumpkin grains and honey to have the maximum effect, it is necessary to prepare the patient’s body properly:
- It is recommended to cleanse the intestines in the morning using an enema 2 days before using the drug. Colon cleansing will prevent intestinal congestion after taking a natural dewormer.
- 3-4 hours after the medicine has been eaten, you need to take a laxative. With its help, parasites will leave the human body faster, this will eliminate possible intoxication.
- On the day when treatment with pumpkin seeds for parasites is planned, you should not eat the following foods: - dairy; - flour; - fatty foods; - potato.
It is better to eat cereal porridges and stewed vegetables; they contain a lot of fiber, which helps cleanse the intestines.
Recipe for pregnant women
During pregnancy, the mildest recipe for fighting worms is used - using pumpkin seeds mixed with milk in a blender. The good thing about the recipe is that the result is a product that is pleasant to eat, which, in addition to the anthelmintic effect, has a positive effect on vision, reduces toxicosis, and reduces swelling.
Additional ingredients can be added to the drink to improve the taste.
To prepare the mixture you need a glass of peeled seeds and a glass of milk. The mixture is consumed at breakfast. After 2 hours, drink a teaspoon of castor oil, which has a laxative effect.
In conclusion, it should be emphasized that the healing properties of pumpkin seeds have been well studied and proven. The absence of chemical additives and the exceptional naturalness of the product, along with its safety and availability, make it a popular anthelmintic and an indispensable prophylactic in the fight against intestinal parasites. Study the colon at the link.
Features of use during pregnancy
Pregnant women are not recommended to take medications, but if worms appear, treatment is still required. It is recommended to prepare a remedy for parasites according to the following recipe.
You need to mix 1 cup of pumpkin seeds with 1 cup of milk and blend in a blender. This cocktail should be taken instead of breakfast. After 2 hours, you need to take castor oil - 1 tsp.
This remedy is good not only because it will help get rid of worms. It eliminates constipation, improves blood composition with low hemoglobin.
For women whose pregnancy is less than 3 months, a pumpkin milkshake helps cope with toxicosis. In later stages, it relieves swelling, which affects many pregnant women.
