321: Are Pumpkin Seeds & Chia Seeds Bad For You?

by Dr. Steven Gundry | Oct 8, 2024 | 0 comments

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With fall in the air and pumpkins making their seasonal debut, you might be adding pumpkin seeds—or chia seeds—to your snacks because they’re considered “healthy.” But before you grab that next handful, I’ve got some important information for you.

While these seeds are often called “superfoods,” there’s more to the story. In this episode, I’m revealing the REAL truth about pumpkin and chia seeds—including some hidden health concerns you need to know about.

But don’t worry! I’ll also share some delicious alternatives that are even better for your health this season.

On this episode you’ll learn:

Why pumpkin seeds may not be as healthy as you’ve been led to believe—and what to eat instead (2:30)
The surprising truth about certain seeds that could be doing your health more harm than good (4:20)
Why there’s a right and a WRONG way to eat flaxseeds (yes, seriously!)—and my tip for getting them into your diet (6:30)
How to lower your blood pressure with just 2 teaspoons of THIS (8:30)
The surprising food that can supercharge your thyroid health with just 3 small bites (9:00)
One of my favorite nuts with the richest melatonin content (10:00)
Why you NEED to ditch this “superfood” from your diet (14:00)
How basil seeds can help you reduce stress, lose weight, and even lower your blood sugar (18:32)
The crucial gut-brain connection that could be the key to improving your mental health (23:27)
A lectin-free seed that packs twice the fiber, potassium, calcium, and iron of chia seeds (25:18)

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