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Sunflower seeds are now becoming just as popular as other seeds, such as pumpkin and chia varieties. This is because health conscious individuals are now learning about their incredible health promoting abilities and very high levels of nutrition. One to two tablespoons of sunflower seeds if consumed regularly is more then enough to obtain these health benefits, and will keep calories in moderation. Now, lets discuss some of the incredible health benefits of consuming sunflower seeds regularly.
1. First, sunflower seeds are a great source of many different types of vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients for our body. They are very nutrient dense. Sunflower seeds are a tremendous source of vitamin E, thiamin, manganese, selenium, vitamin B6 and phosphorus, among many others. They also contain good levels of healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, are packed with dietary fibre and beneficial plant compounds.
2. Sunflower seeds can also help to reduce both acute short-term inflammation and chronic inflammation, which can lead to a number of unwanted diseases. Studies have shown that regular consumption of sunflower seeds can significantly reduce inflammation throughout the body. This is often attributed to their high level of plant compounds, flavonoid antioxidants and nutrition. Reducing inflammation can also improve brain health and function while reducing the risk of potential cognitive ailments, such as Alzheimer’s disease.
3. Consuming sunflower seeds can also help to promote heart health a number of important ways and reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Research has demonstrated that sunflower seeds can effectively lower blood pressure by helping promoting the health of our blood vessels and reducing blood vessel constricting. The healthy nutrient magnesium and unsaturated fatty acids like linoleic acid are also beneficial in this regard. Also, studies have shown that sunflower seeds can help to reduce “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
4. They can also provide benefits for those individuals suffering from diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes or those who are at risk of developing this disease. Studies have shown that sunflower seeds can have a positive effect on blood sugar levels in the body and can reduce fasting blood sugar levels. This is often attributed to the unique and potent plant compound chlorogenic acid found in sunflower seeds. The good levels of fibre and protein can also provide positive effects in this regard.
5. Lastly, by consuming sunflower seeds regularly, it can help to promote bowel function and regularity, improve digestion and reduce digestive related ailments. This is often associated with the high levels of fibre found in sunflower seeds and its natural ability to work as a mild laxative. This can help to promote regularity and relieve symptoms associated with constipation while their tremendous anti-inflammatory properties can help to relieve symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome.
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