Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil
Quick answer
A medium portion of Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil (10 g) contains 88 kcal, with 0 g of net carbohydrates and 0 g of protein.
- Carbs0 g0%
- Protein0 g0%
- Fat10 g100%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
A dark green oil with a deep red sheen and an intense nutty flavour, pressed from roasted pumpkin seeds and known for its phytosterols and polyphenols.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Its flavour is strong and distinctive; a few drops are enough to turn a plate of hummus or a vegetable soup into something special.
Best preparation methods
Avoid cooking it over direct heat and use it cold only, to protect its heat-sensitive compounds.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (10 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 884 kcal | 88.4 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 10 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 884 kcal per 100 g, ranking 13 of 19 in Healthy fats (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil good for weight loss?
Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil provides 884 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 10 g portion gives 88 kcal.
How does Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil affect blood sugar?
Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil?
A typical 10 g portion of Pure Pumpkin Seed Oil provides about 88 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 10 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Is pumpkin seed oil good for the prostate and bladder?
Early studies suggest that compounds in pumpkin seeds, including phytosterols, may ease some urinary symptoms of benign prostate enlargement, but the evidence is still limited and it does not replace seeing a doctor about urinary symptoms.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.