Seeds - Useful Or Harmful?

Do not overdo the seeds is advice we have heard at least once in our childhood, because of the danger of appendicitis. 
It turns out that sunflower seeds do not affect appendicitis. Instead, they harm the teeth. The constant peeling of the seeds affects the tooth enamel, which subsequently leads to caries.

The other problem with the consumption of sunflower seeds is that they are a high-calorie food product - 100 g of seeds contain 520 kcal. This is equivalent to more than 200 g of bread, about 100 g of chocolate, about 200 g of pork steak ...

Eating seeds will be a problem for overweight people when you overdo it. But in addition to the high caloric content it has, sunflower seeds are also very useful. Seeds are a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids, which help lower the level of bad cholesterol in the blood and strengthen the heart and blood vessels.

Sunflower seeds contain:

• Vitamin E - prevents the formation of premature wrinkles and heart attacks.
• Vitamin A - a vitamin necessary for the skin and for good eyesight.
• B vitamins - which play a significant role in preventing depression and insomnia.
• Vitamin D - necessary for bone strength and absorption of calcium by the body.
• Zinc - thanks to it we enjoy a fresh look on the face, healthy hair and nails and good immunity.
• Magnesium - useful for the activity of the heart and nervous system, has to do with muscle formation and normalization of blood pressure.

The seeds improve appetite. They also contribute to the rapid healing of wounds.
 

During heat treatment, sunflower seeds lose a large percentage of their useful nutrients. Therefore, it is advisable to dry the seeds instead of baking them.

Other useful nuts

Hazelnuts are low in carbohydrates and are therefore one of the most recommended nuts by nutritionists. Hazelnut is extremely useful in chronic fatigue, diabetes, high blood pressure, enlarged prostate, varicose veins.

Walnuts . The amount of vitamin C contained in walnuts is higher than in citrus fruits and dark raisins. These nuts are especially suitable in the seasons of colds.

Almonds . The nut is a holder of calcium and vitamin C. It is especially useful in anemic conditions and vision problems. Almond oil is a suitable means of hydrating and soothing the skin.

Peanuts are a source of folic acid, which is involved in cell renewal. The fats they contain have a mild choleretic effect. They are useful for ulcers and gastritis. The substances in peanuts improve memory and the ability to concentrate. They are necessary for the normal functioning of the nervous system, heart and liver.

Pistachio is suitable for consumption in liver disease, jaundice and for the prevention of heart disease. Recommended for recovery from illness.

Pine nuts contain a huge amount of vitamins and minerals. They strengthen the body's immune system. The nutrients in them prevent the development of rheumatism and gout.

Nuts are the food that prevents the development of dementia and heart attack. The most valuable component is vitamin E, which prevents the accumulation of cholesterol on the walls of blood vessels. The most easily digestible form of vitamin E is found in almonds. The risk of heart attack is reduced by 47% when 30 g of nuts are eaten at least twice a week.