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Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds

In actuality, sunflower seeds might be one of Mother Nature's best-kept secrets. There are many health benefits of sunflower seeds, as these seeds are actually the fruit of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). The plant's huge blossom heads, which can be more than 12 inches in diameter, are picked for their seeds. As many as 2,000 seeds might be found in a single sunflower head. Sunflower seeds produce more plant chemicals when they sprout. Sunflower seeds that have been sown and dried are available in stores for your convenience.

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Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds

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  1. HEALTH BENEFITS OF SUNFLOWER SEEDS

  2. SUNFLOWER SEEDS Sunflower seeds may, in fact, be one of Mother Nature’s best kept little secrets. There are many health benefits of sunflower seeds, as these seeds are actually the fruit of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). The seeds are harvested from the plant’s large flower heads, which can measure more than 12 inches in diameter. A single sunflower head may contain up to 2,000 seeds. When sunflower seeds sprout, their plant compounds increase. You can buy sprouted, dried sunflower seeds in stores for your convenience.

  3. Vitamin E • Vitamin B1 • Vitamin B6 • Iron • Copper • Selenium • Manganese • Zinc • Potassium EXCELLENT SOURCE of:

  4. NUTRIENTS PER SERVING Calories: 207 Protein: 5.8 grams Fat: 19 grams Carbohydrates: 7 grams Fibre: 3.9 grams According to the USDA, ¼ cup of dry roasted sunflower seeds without salt contains:

  5. WAYS TO INCORPORATE SUNFLOWER SEEDS IN YOUR DAILY MEAL PLAN • Sprinkle on top of a salad • Add to trail mix • Stir into oatmeal • Sprinkle over a stir-fry or mixed vegetables • Add to veggie burgers • Mix into baked goods • Use sunflower butter as a replacement for peanut butter • Cook with sunflower oil instead of other oils • Add into yoghourt • Add into soup • Add to curry

  6. HEALTH BENEFITS OF SUNFLOWER SEEDS • Reducing Inflammation • Boost Immunity • Reduces Cancer Risk • Management of Diabetes • Reduce Risk of Heart Dises • Brain Function • Energy Source • Help in Weight Loss • Iron source • Prevent Skin Infections

  7. SUNFLOWER SEEDS IN A NUTSHELL The health benefits of sunflower seeds are worth the inconvenience of having to shell a couple of seeds, although they are available shelled. Considering the variety of ways to consume these seeds, there is no reason your whole family should not be eating them, as there are health benefits for all.

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