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Toasted Sunflower Seed

Toasted sunflower seeds are the edible seeds of the sunflower, commonly eaten as a snack or added to salads, baked goods, and grain dishes. Toasting enhances flavor but may slightly reduce some heat-sensitive nutrients.

Beneficial properties

high in unsaturated fats good source of vitamin E contains plant protein rich in selenium provides magnesium contains fiber

Nutritional highlights

Sunflower seeds provide vitamin E, selenium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, healthy fats, protein, and some fiber.

Caution. Sunflower seed allergy can occur, and salted toasted varieties may be high in sodium.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Constipation
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Hair and Nails (general)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Cholesterol
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