Melon seeds (Egusi) unpeeled

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This is a husked Melon seed, from Nigeria



The following are the possible health benefits of adding egusi to your diet

Antioxidants are substances that fight against disease-causing free radicals in the body. African melon seeds (egusi) are rich in zinc, selenium, copper, and vitamin E and A important antioxidants that help prevent cell damage and boost immunity. The rich antioxidant content of egusi is also beneficial in preventing metabolic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

Egusi seeds are incredibly rich in protein and contain all the essential amino acids needed for the growth and development of body cells. The seeds are rich in the 9 essential amino acids that cannot be made by the body and must be obtained from your diet. They include histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine. 

3. Rich in healthy fats 

African melon seeds are a good source of essential fatty acids like omega*6 fatty acids (linoleic acid) that cannot be produced in the body.

Studies found that egusi oil contains palmitic acid(*0.*7%), stearic acid (*0.*6%), oleic acid (*5.*0%), and linoleic acid. (*2.*2%).

These fatty acids are classified under monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids and are useful in disease prevention.