Our Sunflower Seeds are a crunchy and tasty, easily digestible snack. The consumption of sunflower seeds are linked to a number of health benefits, including lowering your risk of developing diseases like high blood pressure or heart disease. They also contain nutrients that can support your immune system and boost your energy levels.

Nutritional Profile

Sunflower seeds are high in protein and rich in healthy fats, as well as antioxidants that can lower your risk of developing serious conditions.

It's also an excellent source of:

• Vitamin E
• Vitamin B1
• Vitamin B6
• Iron
• Copper
• Selenium
• Manganese
• Zinc
• Potassium

Nutrients per Serving

According to the USDA, ¼ cup of dry roasted sunflower seeds without salt contains:

• Calories: 207
• Protein: 5.8 grams
• Fat: 19 grams
• Carbohydrates: 7 grams
• Fiber: 3.9 grams

Portion Sizes

While sunflower seeds are rich in nutrients, they're also relatively high in calories. It's important to keep servings to a quarter cup at a time. In order to slow the caloric intake while snacking, many eat the seeds in the shell, as it takes time to crack open and spit out each shell.

However, keep in mind that the shells are often coated in salt — about 70 mg per 1 oz of sunflower seeds. If you're watching your salt intake, look for unsalted sunflower seeds and moderate your portions. We have both options available on our website.

How to Store and Eat Sunflower Seeds

The best way to store sunflower seeds is in an airtight container or bag in the pantry or another cool dark place with a constant temperature. Refrigeration prolongs the shelf life, but store them in a glass or ceramic container as they easily absorb chemicals from plastic which can be harmful.

Sunflower seeds are sold inside the shell or shelled and are eaten roasted or raw. Eating in-shell sunflower seeds requires you to crack them open with your teeth and spit out the shell — which shouldn't be eaten.

Using your tongue, position the shell vertically or horizontally between your molars. Crack the shell with your teeth and separate the seed from the shell. Then spit the shell out and eat the seed.

You can also eat sunflower seeds in a variety of dishes. Here are a few ways you can incorporate them into meals:

• Sprinkle on top of a salad
• Add to trail mix
• Stir into oatmeal
• Sprinkle over stir fry or mixed vegetables
• Add to veggie burgers
• Mix into baked goods
• Use sunflower butter in place of peanut butter
• Cook with sunflower oil instead of other oils

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