Pumpkin Seed Flour

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 Seeds 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 vegan Protein, which in young Children is necessary for 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 growth and maintenance of muscle mass and the maintenance of normal bones.
• 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 normal cell division. Iron also contributes to normal blood formation, normal energy production, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and normal cognitive 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 normal cell division. Zinc also contributes to normal skin structure and wound healing, normal cognitive function, fertility and normal reproduction, normal 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 normal 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

• Blend into your favourite smoothie, yoghurt or shake with one of our Flaxseed Oil range.
• Use as a substitute for grain based flour in bread and other baking.
• Great for sauces and dough-based cooking such as gnocchi or dumplings.
• Sprinkle over your favourite breakfast cereal or use as an ingredient in muesli.

Pumpkin Seed Flour will remain fresh and tasty in cool store for the duration of the shelf life (this is found on the base of the product).