Sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E, the body's primary fat-soluble antioxidant which plays an important role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.

Sunflower seeds are a good source of magnesium. Numerous studies have demonstrated that magnesium helps reduce the severity of asthma, lower high blood pressure, and prevent migraine headaches, as well as reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Magnesium is also necessary for healthy bones and energy production.

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USES:

1.)Add sunflower seeds to your favorite tuna, chicken or turkey salad recipe.

2.)Garnish mixed green salads with sunflower seeds.

3.)Adding sunflower seeds to scrambled eggs will give them a unique taste and texture.

4.)Use fine ground sunflower seeds to dust your meats with in place of flour.

5.)Sprinkle sunflower seeds onto hot and cold cereals.