Five Reasons to Eat Pumpkin Seeds

Candy is dandy, but pumpkin seeds are healthful, free, and probably all over your kitchen floor. Five reasons to pick them up:

1. They May Stave Off  Osteoporosis
High in zinc, pumpkin seeds are a natural protector against osteoporosis.

2. They Are a Great Source of Magnesium
One half cup of pumpkin seeds contains 92 percent of your daily magnesium needs.

3. They May Lower Bad Cholesterol
Pumpkin seeds contain phytosterols, which may reduce levels of LDL cholesterol.

4. They May Help Prevent Cancer
Phytosterols may help protect us from many cancers.

5. You Won’t Slip on Them
If you eat them, they won’t be on the floor, where you can slip on them.