Sunflower seeds are popular in trail mix, multi-grain bread and nutrition bars, as well as for snacking straight from the bag. They’re rich in healthy fats, beneficial plant compounds and several vitamins and minerals. These nutrients may play a role in reducing your risk of common health problems, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Uses & Health Benefits:
- Sunflowers pack many nutrients into a tiny seed.
- High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease, which can lead to heart attack or stroke.
- Helping maintaining a healthy weight
- The effects of sunflower seeds on blood sugar and type 2 diabetes have been tested in a few studies and seem promising.
- Very high in magnesium.
- Sunflower seeds are relatively high in calories.
- Sunflower seeds in moderation is their cadmium content. This heavy metal can harm your kidneys if you’re exposed to high amounts over a long period.
- Sunflower seeds at once has occasionally resulted in fecal impaction — or stool blockages — in both children and adults
- High in antioxidants.
- Very high in fiber.
Note:
- The information is for educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
- This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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