Pumpkin Oatmeal - where to find raw green pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and

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Judy, thanks for the information about hemp seed and link on where to

get them. I find this amazing.

 

I have never tried them, but being somewhat familiar with a related

product for recreational (rather than culinary) use, I find it hard to

believe that anyone would want to eat them, and that these are tasty.

Is it the same crop I am thinking about? Maybe you are all talking

about something else and I am confused?

 

So the other question is, how come if they are so nutritious they are

illegal to grow in most states in this country? Here in California

you need a medical certificate to do so. Well, to grow the whole

plant, but one must grow the plant to get the seeds....ringt? I guess

this is one veggie/seed I will not be trying to grow (I try to grow

most everything else...)

 

Several of you rave about this product, so I got too curious and am

thinking about placing an order trough amazon. Not sure if I should

order the larger package or the smaller one (less economical). Just

afraid I might not like them, but then again, I have never met a

nut/seed that I did not like. I like sunflowers (growing them),

sesame seeds, flax seeds (use as egg replacer) and all nuts I can

think about (including most of my friends)

 

roseta @ los angeles

 

 

, " wwjd " <jtwigg wrote:

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> I buy raw green pumpkin seeds and raw sunflower seeds in the bulk

section at Fresh Market. I keep them in the refrigerator, once I get

them home. They have the best semolina bread, rustic french bread

and ciabatta bread. Also their blueberry scones with sugar crystals

on top, are out of this world, good..........

http://www.freshmarket.com/ They also have some great sounding

recipes on their website as well as their store locations around the

country.

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> Hemp seeds can be found at many health food stores, but it is

cheapest by far on

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gro/002-3865013-8028815?url=search-alias%3Dgro\

cery & field-keywords=hemp

I get the 3 pk of Nutiva shelled Hemp seeds and keep the bag I open

in the refrigerator and the other 2 in the freezer until ready to use

it.

> Hemp seeds are the most nutritious seeds on our planet.

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> Hemp has long been considered one of nature's perfect foods because

hemp seeds and oil are exceptional sources of essential fatty acids,

as well as being high in protein. The seeds contain all 10 Essential

Amino Acids and are rich in Omega 3 and 6 Essential Fatty Acids.

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> These nutrients are deemed essential because we do not manufacture

them naturally, and our bodies require them to function, so we must

get EAAs and EFAs from the foods we eat.

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> Hemp Seeds are also contain high amounts of magnesium, calcium,

potassium, phytosterols, sulfur, vitamins E & C, fiber, iron,

riboflavin, beta-carotene, niacin and thiamin. Not only that, but they

are the highest vegan source of edestin, a simple protein that is

responsible for the functioning of your immune system.

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> Hemp is a valuable source of:

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> a.. Fiber

> b.. Protein

> c.. Amino Acids

> d.. Omega-3 & Omega-6 ('good' fats)

> e.. Phytonutrients

> f.. Natural vitamins and minerals

> Hemp Protein Vs. Other Proteins

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> a.. Hemp protein is more easily digestible than cheese, eggs,

meat, milk, or any other food high in protein.

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> b.. Hemp protein has no cholesterol, in fact, Omega 3 and Omega 6

essential fats may reduce cholesterol, blood pressure, coronary heart

disease and stroke.

> c.. Hemp has no hormones, unlike soy, which contains

phytoestrogens that mimic the action of estrogen in the human body.

High levels of estrogen have been linked to certain types of cancers

and developmental abnormalities in infants. Soy also contains natural

toxins or " antinutrients " that block the enzymes needed for protein

digestion.

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> d.. There are no know allergies to Hemp, which makes it safe for

everyone to consume - babies, mothers, seniors, body builders, and

those with health problems.

> Hemp seeds have a delicious, nutty flavor and can be added to

smoothies, sprinkled on salads, or eaten alone.

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> Judy

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> wwjd

> vegetarian_ group

> Thursday, March 06, 2008 10:52 PM

> Pumpkin Oatmeal

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> This is very quick to make and tastes wonderful. I can usually

have it made

> in 5 minutes.

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> Pumpkin Oatmeal

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> 1 c. milk - cow, soy, almond or rice(any will work)

> 1/8 t. cinnamon, ground

> 1/2 t. vanilla flavoring

> 1/2 - 3/4 c. Pumpkin puree

> 1/4 c. Maple Syrup or agave syrup

> 1/2 c. raisins, or any dried fruit of choice

> 1 c. rolled oats

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> Mix the milk, cinnamon, vanilla, raisins, maple syrup and pumpkin

puree.

> Bring to a boil and stir in the oats and cook for about 4 minutes.

Remove

> from heat and stir in 2 T. of Peanut butter.

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> Sprinkle with raw green pumpkin seeds and raw sunflower seeds. Add

some

> shelled hemp seeds.

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> *If you use a sweetened Rice, Soy or almond milk, don't add the

Maple Syrup

> until the end and then just add to taste.

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