Question 1

do sunflower seeds help cholesterol levels?

Accepted Answer

Sunflower seeds: Absolutely. This is due to rich content of cholesterol-lowering phytosterols.

Question 2

is it ok to eat sunflower seeds while on a diet?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Sunflower seeds are a very nutritious food rich in vitamins e, b1, b6, selenium, magnesium, folate (folic acid) and several others.  They are high in polyunsaturated oil which is good and may also lower cholesterol.  As always, eat in moderation.

Question 3

which is more healthier sunflower seeds or pistachios?

Accepted Answer

No such difference: That is out of the blue. Neither are more healthy than the other unless one was allergic to one of them and not the other.

Question 4

what  would happen if a child aspirated a sunflower seed?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: If the child choked on it but it went into the esophagus and down to the stomach, no problem.  But if the child truly aspirated it, meaning it went down the trachea and into the lungs it would be a potential source of inflammation, and irritation with the potential for infection and abcess formation.

Question 5

can you eat sunflower seeds  when  you have diverticulitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The old teaching suggest that you stay on low residue diet to reduce the chance of recurrent episode of diverticulitis. Sunflower seed do not leave any residue expect for the peal if accidentally ingested. Moreover we do not weigh too much on low residue diet with the recent teaching. Hope my answer was sufficient.

Question 6

my dr said i'm not allergic to almond and sunflower seed but i am?

Accepted Answer

Food allergy: I assume your doctor is an allergist? If a test is negative, it is best to have a food challenge in the doctor's office to confirm the test results. Do not rely on a blood test.

Question 7

a friend of mine told me that eating sunflower seeds would help me lose weight. is this true?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no food that will help someone lose weight. In order to lose weight a person needs to take in fewer calories and expend more calories, that is, eat less and get more physical activity. A proven way to lose weight is to cut down on portion sizes and empty calories like sodas and walk more. Walking 30-60 minutes a day 5 days a week is recommended. Work up to it gradually but stick with it.

Question 8

can you eat flaxseed raw? and is which is the most healthy out of flaxseeds,  and sunflower seeds?

Accepted Answer

Listen to your body: Seeds can have a coating that may not be so favorable. Soak and rinse seeds before consuming. It is very helpful to blend soaked and rinsed flax seeds with fresh vegetables. Flax seeds are high in omega 3 fatty acids which are more anti-inflammatory.  These high lignan seeds bind cadmium and other heavy metals present in the GI tract. Sunflower seeds have more omega 6 fatty acids.

Question 9

are sunflower seeds healthy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Because they provide natural nutrients

Question 10

how effective are sunflower seeds for my body?

Accepted Answer

Cadmium: Sunflower seeds tend to be high in cadmium, a toxic metal. Do not eat too many of them.

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