How do I spot Kürbiskernöl on a food label?

Look for Pumpkin seed oil, Kürbiskernöl in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: kurbi$kernol, kurblskernol, kurbiskernol.

Pumpkin seed oilFett

Kürbiskernöl

Learn what Kürbiskernöl (Pumpkin seed oil) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.

Generally recognized as safe

What is Kürbiskernöl?

Öl reich an Omega-6 und Antioxidantien, mit begrenzter Verwendung in hochverarbeiteten Produkten.

Why is Kürbiskernöl added to food?

Kürbiskernöl (Pumpkin seed oil) is a fett commonly found in: Salate, Dressings, Gourmetprodukte.

Permitted quantity: 10-20g/Tag

Is Kürbiskernöl safe?

Generally recognized as safe

• Kann bei empfindlichen Personen Magenbeschwerden verursachen. • Übermäßiger Verzehr kann zu einem Ungleichgewicht im Omega-6/Omega-3-Verhältnis in der Ernährung führen.

Is Kürbiskernöl banned anywhere?

✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.

Is Kürbiskernöl okay for kids?

Ja, in Maßen konsumiert.

Common foods that contain Kürbiskernöl

Salate
Dressings
Gourmetprodukte

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How to spot Kürbiskernöl on labels

Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:

Pumpkin seed oil
Kürbiskernöl

Common misspellings to watch for:

kurbi$kernol
kurblskernol
kurbiskernol

Better alternatives

• Nicht empfohlen für Personen, die gegen Kürbiskerne allergisch sind. • Der Verzehr sollte bei schweren Verdauungsbeschwerden, wie z. B. akuter Pankreatitis, vermieden werden.

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Also known as

kurbi$kernol
kurblskernol
kurbiskernol

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Frequently asked questions about Kürbiskernöl

Is Kürbiskernöl safe to eat?: • Kann bei empfindlichen Personen Magenbeschwerden verursachen. • Übermäßiger Verzehr kann zu einem Ungleichgewicht im Omega-6/Omega-3-Verhältnis in der Ernährung führen.
Is Kürbiskernöl banned anywhere?: Kürbiskernöl is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Kürbiskernöl safe for children?: Ja, in Maßen konsumiert.
How do I spot Kürbiskernöl on a food label?: Look for Pumpkin seed oil, Kürbiskernöl in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: kurbi$kernol, kurblskernol, kurbiskernol.

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