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Evidence Summary

Pumpkin seed extract comes from the seeds of Cucurbita pepo and has been studied primarily for urinary health. In men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), whole pumpkin seeds showed a clinically meaningful reduction in urinary symptom scores after 12 months, though the extract capsule form did not outperform placebo in the same large trial. In women, a combination product containing pumpkin seed extract improved urinary incontinence symptoms significantly compared to placebo over 90 days. Animal studies also suggest antioxidant and antiparasitic properties, but these have not been confirmed in human trials.

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Effective Dose

500 mg–5 g daily (whole seed or extract form, based on study doses)