Sunflower Seeds

Description

Sunflower seeds are high in vitamin E and selenium which acts as antioxidants to help protect your bodies cells against free radical damage that plays a role in several chronic diseases.They are also a a great source of beneficial plant compounds including flavonoids and phenolic acids that also function as antioxidants.

Sunflower seeds may help lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar as they contain vitamin E, magnesium, protein, linoleic fatty acids and several plant compounds.Sunflower seeds can be consumed in many various ways including smoothies,trail mix,salads,granola bars,cereals or as an addition to baked goods like breads and muffins.

The main nutrients in 30 grams or 1/4 cup of shelled, dry-roasted sunflower seeds are :

Sunflower seeds
Calories 163
Total fat, which includes: 14 grams
• Saturated fat 1.5 grams
• Polyunsaturated fat 9.2 grams
• Monounsaturated fat 2.7 grams
Protein 5.5 grams
Carbs 6.5 grams
Fiber 3 grams
Vitamin E 37% of the RDI
Niacin 10% of the RDI
Vitamin B6 11% of the RDI
Folate 17% of the RDI
Pantothenic acid 20% of the RDI
Iron 6% of the RDI
Magnesium 9% of the RDI
Zinc 10% of the RDI
Copper 26% of the RDI
Manganese 30% of the RDI
Selenium 32% of the RDI