Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Pumpkin Seed Cucurbita pepo.	Source of zinc, vermifuge.	Single product	August 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Pumpkin, Gourd. Parts Used: Seeds. Historical Uses: Pumpkin Seeds have been used in traditional medicine for centuries as a vermifuge.1 Indeed, they have been used to immobilize and aid in the expulsion of intestinal worms and parasites such as pin worms, round worms and tape worms.1 Pumpkin Seeds are also a good source for the valuable trace element zinc, which promotes skin's health and eliminates foot odor. Pumpkin Seeds are especially good for men to maintain proper prostate health and to correct swollen prostate. One of the first warning signs for men with prostate problems is a slow to start urinary flow. Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: None. Dosage: 40 to 80 drops three times per day. Use with a good bowel management program. References: Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; Plantes M�dicinales, Gr�nd, Paris, 1983. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved

This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.