Description
sunflower seeds
The hulled seed of the sunflower,
mild nutty flavour
eat raw or lightly roasted
antioxidants
anti inflammatory
helps prevent free radicals from oxidizing cholesterol which leads to atherosclerosis
good source of:
- iron
- protein
- niacin B3
- Vitamin E – fat soluble anti-oxidant. Richest wholefood source. Fights cataracts, cancer and heart disease. Neutralises free radicals
- dietary fibre
- folate
- zinc
- phytosterols– compounds found in plants that have a similar to cholesterol, when present can reduce blood levels of cholesterol and enhance the immune response
- magnesium– necessary for healthy bones and energy production
