About Pumpkin Seed Flour (Gluten & Nut Free)
Pumpkins are thought to have originated in the ancient Americas. It was one of the first wild plants cultivated for human consumption in the area, which combined with its nutritional properties and easy storage, made it an important part of its culinary history.
Thanks to its high content of minerals, Pumpkin Seed Flour has long been considered a healthy ingredient which should be part of a well balanced diet.
Waihi Bush Organic Farm source quality organic Pumpkin Seed from its native America and then use our own unique process to produce superior fresh cold pressed Pumpkin Seed Oil and the press cake is milled into a fine flour.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of high-quality vegan Protein, which in young Children is necessary to normal growth and development and for those over 4 years old is necessary for normal growth and development of bone. Protein is necessary for tissue building and repair and also contributes to normal normal growth and maintenance of muscle mass and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a source of Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) which is necessary for normal neurological and cardiac function and carbohydrate metabolism. Vitamin B1 also contributes to normal energy production and psycological function.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Vitamin B3 (Niacin) which is necessary for normal neurological function, structure and function of skin and mucous membranes and normal energy release from food. Vitamin B3 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and normal psychological function. Vitamin B3 also contibutes to normal growth and development in children.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a source of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) which is necessary for normal fat metabolism. Vitamin B5 contributes to normal energy production, mental performance and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin B5 also contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters; and normal growth and development in children.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a source of Vitamin E which contributes to cell protection from free radical damage and normal growth and development in children.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Copper, which is necessary for normal immune system function, energy production, hair and skin colouration and neurological function. Copper also contributes to normal connective tissue structure, cell protection from free radical damage and iron transport and metabolism,
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Iron, which is necessary for normal immune system function, oxygen transport and cell division. Iron also contributes to normal blood formation, energy production, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and cognative function and in Children, contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Magnesium, which is necessary for normal electrolyte balance, cell division, nerve and muscle function. protein synthesis and necessary for teeth and bone structure. Magnesium also contributes to normal energy metabolism, a reduction of tiredness and fatigue, normal psychological function and in Children, contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Manganese, which contributes to normal energy metabolism, cell protection from free radical damage, bone formation and connective tissue structure and in Children, contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Phosphorus which is necessary for normal energy metabolism, teeth and bone structure and cell membrane structure. In Children, Phosphorus contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a good source of Zinc which is necessary for normal immune system function and cell division. Zinc also contributes to normal skin structure and wound healing, cognitive function, fertility and reproduction, carbohydrate, macronutrient and acid-base metabolism. In Children Zinc contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is a source of Potassium which is necessary for normal water and electrolyte balance. Potassium also contributes to normal muscle function and functioning of the nervous system; and in Children, contributes to normal growth and development.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is suitable for Paleo based diets and for those looking for a Ketogenic or Low-Carb alternative.
- Pumpkin Seed Flour is not only Gluten Free but grain, dairy and soy free and is a great substitute for wheat-based flour whilst adding nutritional advantages. It is also nut free so makes a great substitute for almond flour in your recipes.
Ingredients: 100% cold-pressed organically certified Pumpkin Seed Flour
