About Pumpkin Seed Oil
Rich in phytosterols (especially beta-sitosterol), zinc, and fatty acids. Multiple RCTs support 320–500 mg/day for BPH symptom improvement. The GRANU study showed significant IPSS reduction at 500 mg/day. Often combined with saw palmetto in prostate formulas. No established RDA/UL.
What Pumpkin Seed Oil supports
- Supports prostate and hormonal health via phytosterols
- May help maintain healthy hair growth
- Supports cardiovascular health and healthy cholesterol levels
How much Pumpkin Seed Oil to take
The RDA prevents deficiency. The effective range is what clinical trials used to actually move the outcome.
Effective
320–1000
mg
320–500 mg/day extract used in BPH/prostate RCTs (GRANU study: 500 mg/day). 320 mg commonly combined with saw palmetto. Crude seed oil/powder doses are higher (1–2 g).
Clinical evidence
Moderate clinical evidence. Multiple clinical trials support prostate symptom relief at 320-500mg/day
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