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Pumpkin seeds for Weight Loss
30g protein per 100g · Incomplete
Strong pick
On a calorie deficit, protein protects muscle and crushes hunger. Target 1.4–1.8g per kg of bodyweight from lean, low-calorie sources.
The numbers
Per 100g
30g
559 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~112g
protein per day
Per 1 oz / handful
8g
157 kcal per serving
Servings/day to hit target
14×
~2198 kcal from this food
Why it works for weight loss
For weight loss, look for high protein-to-calorie ratio — lean meats, fish, egg whites, low-fat dairy. Pumpkin seeds checks those boxes — one of the highest-protein seeds.
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