Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds have different names, such as sunflower and Syrian pulp, one of the seeds of small size and easy to eat , And bears the sunflower plant scientific name (Helianthus annuits), a plant native to the origin of America, and belongs to the family (Asteraceae) or the so-called star family This plant is named after its sun-like flowers, and because it needs sunlight to grow fully, its summer growth is better , And its flowers follow the sun . Sunflower seeds give many health benefits to the body , And we will talk in this article about the benefits of sunflower seeds, if it has any harm to health and what it is.
Benefits of sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds contain many substances that are beneficial to the human body , And its benefits include:
- The oil accounts for 51.46% of the weight of sunflower seeds. It consists of 90% unsaturated fats, known for its health effects. It also contains antioxidant tocopherols, which reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers .
- Phenolic compounds present in high amounts in sunflower seeds act as antioxidants, reducing the risk of many chronic diseases .
- Sunflower seeds can act as anti-inflammatory agents, and this effect is also found in its oil .
- Sunflower seeds are a rich source of phytosterol compounds that reduce the risk of breast cancer, which has also been shown to help reduce the size and spread of cancerous tumors .
- Lowering the intake of sunflower seeds from the risk of heart rhythm disorders cause death and the risk of myocardial infarction, according to the results of some scientific research .
- Eating sunflower seeds improves the health of hair and skin .
- It may help fat found in sunflower seeds And sunflower oil , To lower blood pressure but to lower degrees of olive oil .
- Taking sunflower seeds contributes to satiety because of their protein content and dietary fiber .
- Sunflower seeds are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin E, folic acid, thiamine (vitamin B1), niacin (vitamin B2), iron .
- Sunflower oil helps reduce total blood cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, but its effect is less than that of palm oil and flaxseed oil, and it may not cause the same effect for people with peripheral vascular disease or at risk of developing sclerosis Arteries .
- Sunflower oil can help treat constipation, and in some other skin conditions, these effects need more scientific research .
- Sunflower oil has anti-bacterial effects .
Damage to sunflower seeds
Despite the great benefits of sunflower seeds and their important nutrients, they must be consumed in reasonable quantities, as they contain a high percentage of fat and calories that can cause obesity and weight gain if taken in large quantities, Especially in people who are obese and overweight, who are seeking to lose this extra weight. It is also recommended to take fresh, non-salted flax seeds, especially in people with high blood pressure .
In addition, flaxseeds may cause allergies in some people , And in this case must be avoided and all that contains it completely.