What are sunflower seeds?
Sunflower seeds are the edible seeds found in the centre of the sunflower flower. They are naturally rich in healthy fats, vitamin E, minerals and protein.
What is the difference between sunflower seed powder and sunflower seed oil?
Whole sunflower seed powder contains the complete nutritional profile of the seed, including protein and fibre. Sunflower seed oil is produced by pressing the seeds and is naturally rich in healthy unsaturated fats and vitamin E.
What nutrients are naturally found in sunflower seeds?
Sunflower seeds naturally provide vitamin E, healthy unsaturated fats, magnesium, selenium, copper, protein, fibre and a variety of naturally occurring antioxidant compounds.
Why are sunflower seeds considered nutrient-dense?
Sunflower seeds provide an excellent combination of healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and protein in a relatively small serving, making them one of the most nutrient-rich edible seeds.
What seeds are related to sunflower seeds?
Sunflower seeds come from the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus), a member of the daisy family (Asteraceae). Although they are often grouped with other edible seeds such as chia, flax and pumpkin seeds, they come from a different botanical family.
