Pumpkin 9 bars provide four most important minerals our bodies need namely iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Iron is essential for the generation of new blood cells, zinc is required for the formation of protein, calcium is vital for strong bones, while magnesium is used in the nerve and muscle function. The delicious seeds of the pumpkin are packed with protein, fibre, iron, copper, magnesium, manganese and phosphorous, as well as the amino acids arginine and glutamic acid. They also contain calcium, potassium, zinc, selenium, folate and niacin, together with linolenic acid, which helps prevent hardening of the arteries. Pumpkin seeds and the oil they contain, have long been used in folk medicine. More recently, their many benefits have been highlighted in medical studies. Pumpkin seeds have traditionally been used to treat a diverse range of conditions, including urinary tract infections, depression and learning difficulties.