Should you eat the shells of pumpkin seeds?

Whether you buy them in a package or from a bulk bin, avoid pumpkin seeds with cracked shells. With or without the shell, pumpkin seeds should be kept in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator, unless you plan to eat them soon after buying them. Pumpkin seeds generally keep for two to six months in the refrigerator. read more

I have friends who eat pumpkin seeds, shells and all. Pumpkin seeds are supposed to be one of the healthiest foods. [1] It’s a lot easier to eat the whole thing than to try to pry it open. I’ve had the same trouble with sunflower seeds. Actually I believe it’s harder to pry sunflower seeds shells off. read more

Many people discard the seeds as unusable without a second thought. However, give pumpkin seeds another look before tossing them aside. These seeds are a healthy addition to your diet when eaten with their shells or without, although the hulls, or shells, of pumpkin seeds can cause gastrointestinal symptoms for some. read more