They are so delicious that should be enough reason to put them in our food, but sunflower seeds are also highly nutritious, full of healthful vitamins and minerals, and they don’t contain any gluten or allergens.
The most notable thing about Sunflower seeds is their high vitamin E content. One ounce of sunflower seeds provides your body with almost 80% of your RDA for vitamin E!
This antioxidant is known for protecting your cells from free radical damage and promoting regeneration in damaged cells.
Sunflower seeds are also packed with Selenium, and are a source of “good” fats, protein, folate, zinc, iron copper and fibre.
They contain Pantothenic acid which helps synergize fat, regulate hormones and maintain healthy brain function.
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