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After harvest, the gourds are left to ferment; the fermented flesh is then washed off the seeds. The seeds are then dried and the light brown husks removed by hand or mechanically. When ready to be used in food recipes, the white/cream seeds are ground into powder and used as soup thickener,used for preparing assorted dishes such as egusi soup and stew. Melon seeds are rich in protein, Omega*3 fatty acids, vitamins, fat and oil,and other nutrients thereby making them a dietary supplement. Egusi (melon seed) is packed with many vital and beneficial nutrients which are good for the body and these nutrients are not limited to protein, potassium, vitamin B1, sulphur, fats, calcium, magnesium, carbohydrate, zinc, copper, vitamins A, E and C, manganese, dietary fibre and more. Some of the health benefits of egusi are: 

Egusi is a good herbal cure for cancer and is best for curing breast cancer, it contains anti-arthritic properties.

 

 3. It Prevents bacterial infections: Extracts from egusi plants, fruits, and seeds prevent bacterial infections. Egusi fruits contain active chemicals that kill common bacteria like Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Salmonella typhimurium.

Egusi fruit extracts are as effective as the antibiotic drug, novobiocin in treating patients with staphylococcal (bacterial) infections.

Melon seeds when properly stored with the shells can last for very long periods of time. It is best stored in air-tight containers. This is to keep out weevils and moisture. If the melon seeds are shelled, they do not last as long because in this state, it is easier for them to pick up moisture and become mouldy.

Due to the health benefits and nutritional value of melon seeds (Egusi), i recommend it consumption to every human being. The seed is readily available at paslynstores