Question 1

is it possible to be allergic to sunflower seeds?

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Yes: Yes, you can be allergic to any specific plant or animal, including sunflower seeds.

Question 2

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

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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 3

what can i do if i had an allergic to wheat and was told i'm allergic to sunflowers?

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Food Allergies: Would need more details. If you have always eaten sunflower seeds with no issue and a blood test showed a sensitivity then the blood test is wrong, this is called a false positive test. Food allergy diagnosis relies on both clinical history and testing. If there is not a concerning clinical history then you can ignore the testing. Same goes for wheat. Talk to allergist if you haven't already.

Question 4

marcus gunn jaw winking syndrome, low blood pressure, allergic to almonds, figs, dates, sunflowers, constantly cold. forget to eat, rarity of this?

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Marcus Gunn Jaw: Winking Syndrome - there have been about 300 cases reported in medical literature. It is rare.  REF: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/marcus-gunn-phenomenon/

Question 5

are sunflower seeds healthy?

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Yes: Because they provide natural nutrients

Question 6

how effective are sunflower seeds for my body?

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

Question 7

is it ok to eat sunflower seeds, shell and all?

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Fiber: There is very little to say from a medical or health standpoint. It is most likely this would just be treated as fiber by the GI tract.

Question 8

is it true that sunflower seeds are extremely unhealthy for you?

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False: Sunflowers seeds are loaded with nutrients and are one of the healthiest foods around.

Question 9

what are some of the dangers of eating a bag of sunflower seeds a day?

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Sunflower seeds: Benefits outweigh any dangers. Examples are high content of essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid, dietary fiber, tryptophan, vitamin b1 & e & folic acid, and the cholesterol lowering phytosterols. The only negative is that if the seeds are old, ingesting them might cause stomach irritation with bloating & diarrhea.

Question 10

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.

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