Pumpkin seeds and the benefits they can bring after 60

Over the years, food becomes a fundamental tool to conserve energy, hormonal balance, physical strength and mental clarity. From the age of 60, the body undergoes natural changes: slower digestion, loss of muscle mass, lower bone density and variations in nutrient absorption. Therefore, foods that were previously “universal” may no longer work the same.

That’s the approach Shi Heng Yi puts forward when talking about pumpkin seeds. Although they are popular, nutritious and widely recommended, he warns that their consumption should be moderate and conscious, especially in older people. It is not a question of demonizing a food, but of understanding its effects to avoid complications that could be irreversible over the years.

The benefits of pumpkin seeds are described below, through the following video from the Elderly Care channel:

Known Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are valued for their high contribution of:

• Healthy fatty acids
• Minerals such as zinc, iron, and magnesium
• Vitamin E
• Vegetable proteins
• Antioxidants

These compounds are associated with improved circulation, prostate health, immune strengthening, hormonal balance, and cardiovascular protection. However, Shi Heng Yi stresses that not all bodies respond in the same way, and that at advanced ages the metabolic context is very different.

Shi Heng Yi’s warning after 60

After the age of 60, the body is more sensitive to excesses: its digestive capacity changes, the intestinal mucosa becomes more delicate and tolerance to dense foods may decrease. According to Shi Heng Yi, an exaggerated consumption of pumpkin seeds can cause:

• Intestinal irritation
• Heavy digestions
• Abdominal swelling
• Increased stress on the liver and gallbladder
• Mineral imbalances if consumed daily and uncontrollably

Also, remember that these seeds are caloric, contain concentrated fats, and require a more intense digestive process. At an advanced age, this effort is not always favorable.

Its message is clear: just because a food is healthy does not mean that it is healthy at any dose, or suitable for all ages.

How much is adequate after 60?

Shi Heng Yi does not propose to eliminate them completely, but to consume them prudently. Recommended:

• Small
  portions A tablespoon a day is usually enough to benefit without overloading the body.
• Avoid daily
  consumption Alternating days or using for short periods is safer.
• Good hydration
  The fibers in the seeds need water so as not to irritate the intestine.
• Prefer them natural
  Without extra salt, without aggressive roasts or added oils.

Habits that can cause adverse effects

According to the approach of the video, the risks do not come only from the seeds, but from bad habits when consuming them:

• Take them as a substitute for full meals
• Overuse in an attempt to “strengthen the prostate” or “cleanse the body”
• Consume them roasted at high temperature, losing nutrients
• Believing that because they are natural they have no side effects

When these practices become routine, after the age of 60 they can generate discomfort, chronic inflammation and digestive overload that is difficult to reverse.

Alternatives with similar effects

If you are looking to keep your benefits risk-free, Shi Heng Yi proposes other options that are easy to digest and more suitable for age:

• Sesame seeds (in smaller quantities)
• Slightly hydrated walnuts
• Soaked almonds
• Infusions that provide minerals and antioxidants
• Vegetables rich in soft fiber

These foods fulfill similar functions, but with less digestive demand and without negative impact on the intestinal mucosa.

Shi Heng Yi’s Final Message

The main lesson is simple: health after 60 demands awareness and precision. Not everything that works in your 20s, 30s, or 40s is still the best decades later.

Pumpkin seeds are still a valuable food, but they need:

• Measure
• Alternation
• Fitness Adaptation
• Observing the body’s responses

Being informed, listening to one’s own body and avoiding excesses can make the difference between a beneficial habit and a silent source of discomfort.

Taking care of yourself intelligently is the basis for healthy, light and full of vitality ageing!

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