Just started eating from a new 5lb. package of pumpkin seeds. And every time I eat them in about 4 hrs I have gas , hard intestinal cramping and tightness in the esophagus.
I am not sure if a.-- my preparation of the seeds was improper or if b. --these seeds are tainted with contaminante.
Addressing my preparation, I roasted the seeds but I noticed this batch did not start popping like usual. I was in a hurry so I did not rinse them prior to roasting. However before I even knew to rinse them I had no such repercussions.
concerning contaminates - you know there has recently been contanimated gluten from china in pet food. I don't recall what overseas country these seeds are from. I placed them in a freezor container, discarding the bag.
So , I will prepare a small quantity carefully and eat them one more time .
Anyone been in a similar situation.