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It is found that the seeds contain high zinc content with antioxidant properties, which minimize chances of benign prostatic hyperplasia, a growth of prostate beyond its normal size." },{ "@type": "ImageObject", "thumbnailUrl": "https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113781754/113781754.jpg?v=3", "name": "Supports Digestion", "contentUrl": "https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113781754/113781754.jpg", "caption": "Pumpkin seed provides large amounts of dietary fibers, which is utilized to assist digestion and keeps the digestive system on track by helping to move food from the stomach and intestines to the rectum, thereby helping with bowels movements. 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This means consuming pumpkin seeds is very much advisable for any person suffering from the condition or those at risk of getting it." , "description": "Pumpkin seeds might stabilize blood sugar levels because of high magnesium levels. Magnesium facilitates increased insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. This means consuming pumpkin seeds is very much advisable for any person suffering from the condition or those at risk of getting it." },{ "@type": "ImageObject", "thumbnailUrl": "https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113781752/113781752.jpg?v=3", "name": "Weight Management", "contentUrl": "https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113781752/113781752.jpg", "caption": "Pumpkin seeds are calorie-rich, but at the same time, they can also serve as a fine support in weight management. High in protein and good fats, they assure to keep you full for quite some time. This desire to snack on pumpkin seeds during cravings will help them avoid overeating, and they can work in sync with a balanced approach toward weight control." , "description": "Pumpkin seeds are calorie-rich, but at the same time, they can also serve as a fine support in weight management. High in protein and good fats, they assure to keep you full for quite some time. 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</script></amp-analytics><amp-analytics data-block-on-consent type="comscore"><script type="application/json">{ "vars":{"c1":"2", "c2":"6036484"}, "extraUrlParams": { "comscorekw": "amp" } }</script></amp-analytics><amp-analytics id="ibeatanalytics" type="ibeatanalytics"><script type="application/json">{ "vars": { "d":"recipes.timesofindia.com", "ct": "21", "aid":"113781739" } }</script></amp-analytics><amp-story-page class="cover" auto-advance-after="" id="amp-cover"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" class="image" layout="responsive" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781771.jpg?imgsize=52114&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="10 reasons why pumpkin seeds should be added to the daily diet"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer template="vertical"><div class="logo tech-show"><amp-img width="50" height="50" layout="fixed" class="logo" src="https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms"></amp-img></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end tech-show"><p class="amp-cover__date date">Sep 29, 2024</p><b class="amp-cover__author author">BY: Kritika Pushkarna</b><h1 class="phone-heading">10 reasons why pumpkin seeds should be added to the daily diet</h1></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=10%2Breasons%2Bwhy%2Bpumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bshould%2Bbe%2Badded%2Bto%2Bthe%2Bdaily%2Bdiet&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781771.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D52114%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781771&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=cover&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:20--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page2"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781770.jpg?imgsize=48398&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Pumpkin seed benefits"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Pumpkin seed benefits</h2><p class="summary">Few people pay attention to eating pumpkin seeds, letting them go without utilising their nutritional powers. However, these small, flat, and oval-shaped seeds called pepitas are rich in essential nutrients that can really improve your health. Here are 10 reasons why pumpkin seeds can benefit you.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Pumpkin%2Bseed%2Bbenefits&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781770.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D48398%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781770&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=2&desc=Few%2Bpeople%2Bpay%2Battention%2Bto%2Beating%2Bpumpkin%2Bseeds%252C%2Bletting%2Bthem%2Bgo%2Bwithout%2Butilising%2Btheir%2Bnutritional%2Bpowers.%2BHowever%252C%2Bthese%2Bsmall%252C%2Bflat%252C%2Band%2Boval-shaped%2Bseeds%2Bcalled%2Bpepitas%2Bare%2Brich%2Bin%2Bessential%2Bnutrients%2Bthat%2Bcan%2Breally%2Bimprove%2Byour%2Bhealth.%2BHere%2Bare%2B10%2Breasons%2Bwhy%2Bpumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bcan%2Bbenefit%2Byou.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:21--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page3"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781769.jpg?imgsize=40414&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Rich Source of Nutrients"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Rich Source of Nutrients</h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds are nutrient-rich food laden with numerous vitamins and minerals. They are notably rich in magnesium, iron, zinc, and manganese. A small helping of this is good for healthy amounts of vitamin K, phosphorus, and copper in keeping the body's systems going.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Rich%2BSource%2Bof%2BNutrients&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781769.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D40414%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781769&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=3&desc=Pumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bare%2Bnutrient-rich%2Bfood%2Bladen%2Bwith%2Bnumerous%2Bvitamins%2Band%2Bminerals.%2BThey%2Bare%2Bnotably%2Brich%2Bin%2Bmagnesium%252C%2Biron%252C%2Bzinc%252C%2Band%2Bmanganese.%2BA%2Bsmall%2Bhelping%2Bof%2Bthis%2Bis%2Bgood%2Bfor%2Bhealthy%2Bamounts%2Bof%2Bvitamin%2BK%252C%2Bphosphorus%252C%2Band%2Bcopper%2Bin%2Bkeeping%2Bthe%2Bbody%2527s%2Bsystems%2Bgoing.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:21--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page4"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781768.jpg?imgsize=56884&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="High in Antioxidants"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>High in Antioxidants</h2><p class="summary">It contains seeds rich in antioxidants such as carotenoids and vitamin E, which fight oxidative stress by helping combat free radicals. As a result, it helps minimize inflammation and protect cell walls by hindering damage to cells, thus ensuring overall well-being.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=High%2Bin%2BAntioxidants&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781768.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D56884%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781768&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=4&desc=It%2Bcontains%2Bseeds%2Brich%2Bin%2Bantioxidants%2Bsuch%2Bas%2Bcarotenoids%2Band%2Bvitamin%2BE%252C%2Bwhich%2Bfight%2Boxidative%2Bstress%2Bby%2Bhelping%2Bcombat%2Bfree%2Bradicals.%2BAs%2Ba%2Bresult%252C%2Bit%2Bhelps%2Bminimize%2Binflammation%2Band%2Bprotect%2Bcell%2Bwalls%2Bby%2Bhindering%2Bdamage%2Bto%2Bcells%252C%2Bthus%2Bensuring%2Boverall%2Bwell-being.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:19--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page5"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781763.jpg?imgsize=80124&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Heart Health Benefits"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Heart Health Benefits</h2><p class="summary">They have high amounts of magnesium, which is known to improve heart health, reduce blood pressure, and improve the cholesterol level of an individual. Moreover, steady heartbeat is as a result of them. It reduces the risk of heart disease if consumed regularly.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Heart%2BHealth%2BBenefits&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781763.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D80124%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781763&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=5&desc=They%2Bhave%2Bhigh%2Bamounts%2Bof%2Bmagnesium%252C%2Bwhich%2Bis%2Bknown%2Bto%2Bimprove%2Bheart%2Bhealth%252C%2Breduce%2Bblood%2Bpressure%252C%2Band%2Bimprove%2Bthe%2Bcholesterol%2Blevel%2Bof%2Ban%2Bindividual.%2BMoreover%252C%2Bsteady%2Bheartbeat%2Bis%2Bas%2Ba%2Bresult%2Bof%2Bthem.%2BIt%2Breduces%2Bthe%2Brisk%2Bof%2Bheart%2Bdisease%2Bif%2Bconsumed%2Bregularly.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:25--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page6"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781761.jpg?imgsize=144342&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Supports Bone Health"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Supports Bone Health</h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium, an element that contributes to keeping the bones strong and solid. Besides, this mineral helps promote calcium into the bones, which further decreases the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Additionally, taking these seeds guarantees the intake of the minerals necessary to healthy bones.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Supports%2BBone%2BHealth&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781761.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D144342%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781761&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=6&desc=Pumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bare%2Brich%2Bin%2Bmagnesium%252C%2Ban%2Belement%2Bthat%2Bcontributes%2Bto%2Bkeeping%2Bthe%2Bbones%2Bstrong%2Band%2Bsolid.%2BBesides%252C%2Bthis%2Bmineral%2Bhelps%2Bpromote%2Bcalcium%2Binto%2Bthe%2Bbones%252C%2Bwhich%2Bfurther%2Bdecreases%2Bthe%2Brisk%2Bof%2Bosteoporosis%2Band%2Bfractures.%2BAdditionally%252C%2Btaking%2Bthese%2Bseeds%2Bguarantees%2Bthe%2Bintake%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bminerals%2Bnecessary%2Bto%2Bhealthy%2Bbones.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:19--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page7"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781760.jpg?imgsize=94698&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Enhances Sleep Quality "></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Enhances Sleep Quality </h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds are a natural source of tryptophan, an amino acid that promotes sleep by stimulating serotonin and melatonin production. Having pumpkin seeds during snacks in the evening improves the quality of sleep and allows rest better at night.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Enhances%2BSleep%2BQuality%2B&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781760.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D94698%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781760&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=7&desc=Pumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bare%2Ba%2Bnatural%2Bsource%2Bof%2Btryptophan%252C%2Ban%2Bamino%2Bacid%2Bthat%2Bpromotes%2Bsleep%2Bby%2Bstimulating%2Bserotonin%2Band%2Bmelatonin%2Bproduction.%2BHaving%2Bpumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bduring%2Bsnacks%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bevening%2Bimproves%2Bthe%2Bquality%2Bof%2Bsleep%2Band%2Ballows%2Brest%2Bbetter%2Bat%2Bnight.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:17--><amp-story-page class="mid_screen ms-st-pg" id="mid_screen"><amp-story-grid-layer class="recircular" id="rcontent" template="vertical"><div class="letterbox"><div class="mid-heading"><h3>You may also like</h3></div><div class="rc1 pa"><a class="story-tooltip pa" data-tooltip-text="Click Here" role="link" id="rc1" href="/web-stories/how-to-make-pizza-sauce-from-scratch-at-home/photostory/113782745.cms" data-vars-ctalink="/web-stories/how-to-make-pizza-sauce-from-scratch-at-home/photostory/113782745.cms"><amp-img class="img-fill pa" layout="responsive" height="1350" width="1080" alt="How to make Pizza Sauce from scratch at home" src="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113782745.cms"></amp-img></a></div><div class="rc3 pa">How to make Pizza Sauce from scratch at ...</div><div class="rc3-in pa"><amp-img alt="" src="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/98441662.cms" class="img-fill pa" layout="responsive" height="480" width="480"></amp-img></div><div class="rc4 pa"><a class="story-tooltip pa" data-tooltip-text="Click Here" role="link" id="rc2" href="/web-stories/how-to-make-delicious-fish-fingers-for-weekend-parties/photostory/113778438.cms" data-vars-ctalink="/web-stories/how-to-make-delicious-fish-fingers-for-weekend-parties/photostory/113778438.cms"><amp-img class="img-fill pa" layout="responsive" height="1350" width="1080" alt="How to make delicious Fish Fingers for weekend parties" src="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/113778438.cms"></amp-img></a></div><div class="rc5 pa">How to make delicious Fish Fingers for w...</div><div class="rc6 pa"><amp-img src="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/98441662.cms" class="img-fill pa" layout="responsive" height="480" width="480"></amp-img></div></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page8"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781758.jpg?imgsize=32428&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Boosts immunity"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Boosts immunity</h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds have substantial amounts of zinc. 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Fiber also helps prevent problems such as bloating and constipation, which keeps the gut friendly and healthy.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Supports%2BDigestion&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781754.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D61230%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781754&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=10&desc=Pumpkin%2Bseed%2Bprovides%2Blarge%2Bamounts%2Bof%2Bdietary%2Bfibers%252C%2Bwhich%2Bis%2Butilized%2Bto%2Bassist%2Bdigestion%2Band%2Bkeeps%2Bthe%2Bdigestive%2Bsystem%2Bon%2Btrack%2Bby%2Bhelping%2Bto%2Bmove%2Bfood%2Bfrom%2Bthe%2Bstomach%2Band%2Bintestines%2Bto%2Bthe%2Brectum%252C%2Bthereby%2Bhelping%2Bwith%2Bbowels%2Bmovements.%2BFiber%2Balso%2Bhelps%2Bprevent%2Bproblems%2Bsuch%2Bas%2Bbloating%2Band%2Bconstipation%252C%2Bwhich%2Bkeeps%2Bthe%2Bgut%2Bfriendly%2Band%2Bhealthy.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:19--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page11"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781753.jpg?imgsize=106122&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Helps with Blood Sugar Regulation"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Helps with Blood Sugar Regulation</h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds might stabilize blood sugar levels because of high magnesium levels. Magnesium facilitates increased insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. This means consuming pumpkin seeds is very much advisable for any person suffering from the condition or those at risk of getting it.</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end photo_credit"><p class="ftr">canva</p></div></amp-story-grid-layer></amp-story-page><!--/amp_web_stories_layout_food.cms?crosshostconfig=354_1&r=1111111&v=2000&&_story=1&title=Helps%2Bwith%2BBlood%2BSugar%2BRegulation&image=%2Fthumb%2F113781753.jpg%3Fimgsize%3D106122%26width%3D420%26height%3D746%26resizemode%3D76&bg_color=#fe394a&msid=113781753&author=Kritika Pushkarna&publish_date=Sep 29, 2024&agency_name=canva&type=slide&logo=https://recipes.timesofindia.com/photo/75200185.cms&logo_width=50&logo_height=50&item_position=11&desc=Pumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bmight%2Bstabilize%2Bblood%2Bsugar%2Blevels%2Bbecause%2Bof%2Bhigh%2Bmagnesium%2Blevels.%2BMagnesium%2Bfacilitates%2Bincreased%2Binsulin%2Bsensitivity%2Band%2Bglucose%2Bmetabolism.%2BThis%2Bmeans%2Bconsuming%2Bpumpkin%2Bseeds%2Bis%2Bvery%2Bmuch%2Badvisable%2Bfor%2Bany%2Bperson%2Bsuffering%2Bfrom%2Bthe%2Bcondition%2Bor%2Bthose%2Bat%2Brisk%2Bof%2Bgetting%2Bit.&textposition=align-end&seo_channel_name=Times of India&authorname=&btn_bg_color=&img_path=https://static.toiimg.com&generic=&platform=WEB&genere=potime:20--><amp-story-page class="slide" auto-advance-after="" id="page12"><amp-story-grid-layer template="fill"><amp-img tabindex="0" height="1024" width="768" layout="fixed" src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/113781752.jpg?imgsize=96192&width=420&height=746&resizemode=76" alt="Weight Management"></amp-img></amp-story-grid-layer><amp-story-grid-layer class="align-end" template="vertical"><div class="inner-align-end"><h2>Weight Management</h2><p class="summary">Pumpkin seeds are calorie-rich, but at the same time, they can also serve as a fine support in weight management. 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