These classic sunflower seeds have extraordinary appeal and have a fantastic effect on the female body.
The value of the product is determined by the presence of active substances in the nuclei and seed germ. In this article we will tell you, why is this delicacy so useful for a woman’s health
Tastes and characteristics
Seeds are called ripened sunflower seeds of the annual, located in a large basket bordered with petals of a bright yellow color. Depending on the type of plant, grains differ in shape, size and color. 
Inside the dense shell (husk) of seeds is located the core, which has a grayish tint, drop-shaped form and a dense, oily structure. As for taste, the raw product resembles the taste of nuts. However, raw seeds are not so tasty. Thanks to the invented different methods of roasting, they received a wide variety of taste, aroma and aftertaste.
Did you know? North America is considered the birthplace of sunflower. As the legend goes, the gods presented this bright yellow flower to the Native Americans, symbolizing the sun. Since then, the sunflower has become a sacred symbol of the Indians.As archaeological excavations have shown, the plant was cultivated in the territory of Southern Mexico more than 5 thousand years ago. They were decorated with front gardens near the houses. An unusual flower was brought to the European continent from Mexico in the XYI century, then it was called the "grass of the sun".
For a while, the sunflower was cultivated solely as an ornamental flowering plant, it was only in 1716 that its seeds were used, and they also learned how to extract useful oil from it. Today, sunflower is grown in almost all countries, and its seeds have become popular among people as an independent product.
The composition of sunflower seeds
The most accurate information on the chemical composition of raw grains is provided in the national nutrient base of the United States, compiled on the basis of scientific research. 
Vitamins
100 grams of seeds of annual sunflower contain vitamins:
- tocopherol - 35.17 mg;
- choline - 55.1 mg;
- nicotinic acid - 14.14 mg;
- thiamine, 1.84 mg;
- pyridoxine - 1.34 mg.
- Pantothenic acid - 1.14 mg.
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Minerals
The composition of sunflower seeds includes macro and micronutrients. Per 100 grams of raw product accounts for:
- phosphorus - 660 mg;
- potassium - 645 mg;
- magnesium - 325 mg;
- calcium - 367 mg;
- iron - 5.25 mg;
- manganese - 1.95 mg;
- copper - 1.8 mg;
- selenium - 53 mcg.
Calories per 100 g
The nutritional value of sunflower seeds is quite high: 600 calories per 100 grams of product. This is several times more than that of meat and bread.
The energy value of 100 grams of roasted seeds is about 580 kcal. This is slightly less than in raw kernels, because, undergoing heat treatment, part of the fat is lost due to smoke formation.
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Ratio BZHU
The ratio of proteins, fats, carbohydrates in raw kernels is as follows:
- proteins -20.7 g (about 83 kcal);
- fats - 52.9 g (approximately 476 kcal);
- carbohydrates - 10.5 g (approximately 42 kcal).
What is useful for women
Useful properties of raw seeds for the female body:
- The cells of the body receive protection from radicals, thereby improving the structure of the hair, the skin is smoothed and becomes more healthy, nails strengthen.
- Raw materials have an antioxidant effect.
- Strengthens the cardiovascular system.
- The concentration of cholesterol in the woman’s body decreases, blood flow and metabolism normalize.
- When the daily intake is observed, an auxiliary effect is observed in the fight against obesity.
- Raw seeds improve mood, save from depression, have a calming effect.
- Mineral-vitamin composition normalizes the functions of internal organs and systems, strengthens the protective forces of the female body.
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Features of the use of seeds
You can not enter the product in the diet, if there is an allergy to sunflower seeds. Consider also other special cases of product consumption.
During pregnancy
The use of seeds for pregnant women is undeservedly questioned. More often it is speculation. It is proved that the product has a beneficial effect on the state of the placenta and blood vessels, as well as the formation of the fetus.
But you need to eat not fried, but raw seeds, observing the rate of consumption. With abundant eating a pregnant woman may feel heartburn, heaviness in the stomach and other discomfort. In addition, seeds are not recommended to gnaw teeth, because during pregnancy, tooth enamel is already experiencing great shocks.
Breastfeeding
Sunflower seeds belong to the group of products with a high degree of allergenicity. The negative reaction of the body of the child can manifest itself in the form of rashes and redness of the skin, mainly on the face.
If the body of the baby has positively perceived the product, then a small handful of seeds will benefit the mother: the fat content of the milk will increase, the body depleted after delivery will fill the missing components.
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Special cases
All doctors unanimously argue that of all types of seeds, sunflower seeds are strictly contraindicated for pancreatitis or cholecystitis, for gastritis or ulcer, as well as for diabetes or gout. Especially harmful product during the exacerbation of these diseases.
If it is possible to consume the seeds of this patient, it is possible only in the period of prolonged remission, and only in its raw form (quite a bit - 0.5 tsp). But it is best to stop using heavy and fatty seeds altogether!
Is there any benefit from the fried product
After frying, the caloric content of sunflower seeds remains high, and the nutritional value decreases. Proteins lose their natural properties during heat treatment.
Thus, proteins and fats of seeds are well absorbed by the body, while the contraindications are minimal. Therefore, the fried product is shown with intense physical exertion, as a dietary supplement with strict diets, as well as with strict vegetarianism.
A negative consequence is also the destruction of biologically active substances, oxidation and reduction of the biological activity of fats.
However, useful minerals and organic acids remain in fried kernels, which have a beneficial effect on the body. In addition, pathogenic microorganisms are dying, new taste and aromatic substances that cause appetite are formed.
The benefit of roasted seeds is observed in the absence of appetite, with constipation, with problems with the skin and nails, as well as diseases of the blood vessels and the heart. 
The harm of sunflower seeds
Consider when sunflower seeds cause harm to women:
- The product may harm patients with gout, is contraindicated in pancreatitis and cholecystitis.
- You should not get involved in seeds for people suffering from diseases of the stomach - gastritis, colitis and an ulcer, especially in the acute stage.
- Sunflower seed is not recommended in large quantities for women who are prone to gaining excess weight, as it is a relatively high-calorie food.
When pancreatitis pay attention to pumpkin oil, fennel, decoction of oats, Jerusalem artichoke.
- A poor-quality product (if the fields with sunflowers were located near the roads) may contain such a harmful substance as lead.
- Cultivation of sunflower rarely goes without the use of phosphate fertilizers containing cadmium. Getting into the sunflower from the soil and water, this substance then in an unchanged form accumulates in the body of sunflower seeds. Without special studies, its presence cannot be determined - it does not affect the taste of the seeds. Over time, pathological processes can develop in the internal organs and in the skeletal system. Relatively safe is the rate of consumption of cadmium to 0.07 milligrams per day.
Important! Safe daily rate of the product - up to 15-20 g
How to choose a quality product
Among the abundance of brands is difficult to find a decent product. The main obstacle to the correct choice is an opaque hermetic package through which the color of the grains is not visible and their aroma is not felt.
The only indicator of quality in this case is the expiration date - the seeds need to acquire only a new crop - autumn packaging.
If there is an opportunity to see the product, for example, when buying loose grains, rate the product according to the following criteria:
- Colour: good roasted grains should not be coated with a grayish tint. They should glitter;
- smell: musty aroma occurs in old grains or if they are improperly stored.
Storage rules
Sunflower seeds have a critically low resistance to external conditions. At elevated temperatures, raw materials can deteriorate literally over several hours. The optimal storage temperature for the product is no more than 10 ° C with a seed moisture level of up to 20%.
Therefore, you need to store the seeds in the refrigerator. They tolerate temperatures from zero to eight degrees. Such conditions block oxidative processes, maintaining a high level of quality of oil grains. 
At home, seed storage is not rational. It is more convenient to buy sunflower seeds in small batches, up to half a kilogram, and immediately to dry. The finished product can be stored for several weeks.
How to fry the seeds yourself
Due to the different methods of roasting, the product acquires a different taste and aroma. With proper roasting of the core, most of the beneficial trace elements are preserved.
In the pan
Rinse raw materials under running water (preferably in a colander or sieve). Next, put them on a heated pan with a thick bottom (preferably cast iron). Optionally, the pan can be greased with vegetable oil (sunflower or olive).
At the initial stage of frying, turn on the gas to full. After the seeds heat up, reduce the gas to an average level. Cooking takes from 5 to 15 minutes (depending on the thickness of the bottom of the pan and the size of the seeds). Do not forget that the grain must be continuously and thoroughly stirred (preferably with a wooden spoon).
The readiness of the grains is determined by the taste and color of the kernels (they must become saturated beige).
Important! Refried and burnt sunflower seeds are dangerous, since indigestible and toxic substances are formed in their kernels.Video: how to fry sunflower seeds in a pan
In the oven
The taste of beans cooked in the oven will be somewhat unusual, as they are first dried and then roasted.
To prepare, take a baking sheet or frying pan. Preheat oven to 200 ° C. Thoroughly washed raw materials distribute the form in an even layer and transfer to the oven. Do not forget to mix and taste the grains for readiness.
Video: how to cook seeds in the oven
In the microwave
This processing method is the most modern. The technology is simple:
- Rinse seeds under running water.
- Spread the grains lightly sprinkled with sunflower oil and seasoned with salt evenly over a special form (2-4 cm thick).
- Set the maximum power to 1.5-2 minutes.
- When the cycle is over, remove and mix the grains.
- Return the dishes to the microwave, but cook already on medium power (one minute). Repeat this cycle at least two more times, taking out and mixing.
Video: how to fry seeds in the microwave
Harm from husks: how can you clean the seeds without spoiling your teeth
The obvious harm to the husk is an intense mechanical effect on the teeth, which provokes damage to the tooth enamel. Regular dissemination of seeds contributes to the formation of cracks and the intensive destruction of dental tissues, creates conditions for the development of carious formations.
Microscale on enamel is not visible at first, but they cause the penetration of bacteria that cause tooth decay. Therefore, you should not abuse the clicking of the seeds, especially those whose teeth do not differ in their natural strength.
When seeds are freed from the shell, teeth can also cause a sore throat, which is contraindicated for those who save the vocal cords - teachers, broadcasters, singers. In addition, when clicking the seeds with husk, problems with the gastrointestinal tract are possible.
Important! It is impossible to eat dirty seeds Before drying or frying the product is nWash thoroughly. RSunflower sunflower seeds in their original packaging are immediately usable.
There are several ways to clean the seeds at home, eliminating the danger to the teeth:- Release seeds from the shell with your fingers. Take a seed with your thumb and index finger of one hand on the sides, closer to the rounded part, and press the same fingers of the second hand on the ribs at the sharp end of the shell. From pressure, the shell will burst along the ribs. We retrieve a seed, a shell we utilize. The disadvantage of this method is that calluses gradually form on the fingers.
- In order to save teeth and fingers from wear, special scissors for peeling seeds were invented. They are made of stainless steel and have comfortable gaps for small, medium and large core. To effectively use them, you need certain skills and practice.
- The fastest way is to use a blender. To do this, pour the seeds into the device and turn it on for a short time. Pour the contents into a deep bowl, cover with water. The husks will be on the surface, and the heavier kernels will be at the bottom of the tank.
Cosmetology Recipes
Due to its benefits, sunflower kernels are very often used in cosmetology. Experts are increasingly advising various recipes for masks, creams and scrubs made from sunflower seeds.
They rejuvenate and nourish the skin of the face. In addition, all those nutrients that are contained in seeds are very positively affecting the condition of the hair.
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For face
Nourishing face mask.
Ingredients:
- several broccoli florets;
- 1 teaspoon almond oil;
- 1 tablespoon of raw, peeled sunflower seeds;
- 3 tablespoons of milk.
- Process sunflower seeds with a coffee grinder or food processor.
- Boil a few broccoli florets, mash and take 3 tablespoons of the resulting puree.
- Add almond oil, ground seeds and milk.
- Beat the resulting mass in a blender to a slurry.
- Cleanse your skin with lotion or micellar water and apply a mask.
- After 20 minutes, rinse with cool water.
Today gained great popularity face scrubs based on sunflower nucleoli. They allow you to remove the hardened areas of cells. And due to the rich content of vitamin E, this tool not only cleanses the skin, but also makes it smooth and velvety.So, for the preparation of such a scrub you will need:
- raw sunflower seeds - about 0.5 cups;
- distilled water.
- Treat the peeled seeds with a coffee grinder or food processor. The output should be fine crumb, similar to sugar.
- Put the crumb in a clean jar and tightly cover the lid.
- Mix 1 tbsp. l crushed seeds with a few teaspoons of water in such a way as to obtain a homogeneous thick mass without lumps.
- Product yield: 120 g can be used 8 times for a facial treatment or for a whole body treatment.
For hair
Broth for hairdesigned to soothe the scalp. The tool eliminates the annoying itch, has a positive effect on the growth and structure of hair.
Ingredients:
- raw sunflower seeds - 1 tbsp. l .;
- water - 250 ml;
- sunflower oil - 5 drops.
- Boil water, pour the cleaned seeds with it, cover the vessel with a lid, leave for at least three hours.
- Ready broth miss through cheesecloth.
- Add a few drops of sunflower oil.
The recipe for a universal vitamin hair mask. This mask perfectly saves hair affected by heat by a curling iron, hair dryer or electric pliers.
Components:
- raw sunflower seeds - 1 tbsp. l .;
- water - 100 ml;
- apricot - 2-3 pieces;
- подсолнечное масло - 5 капель.
- Fill the seeds of the plant with boiling water, cover the container with a lid, leave for at least three hours. Then pass the liquid through cheesecloth.
- Peel fresh apricots and mash with a fork.
- Mix the seed liquid with apricot pulp, add a few drops of sunflower oil.
Did you know? According to the Guinness Book of Records, the largest size of a sunflower flower ever recorded in the world, - 82 cm (Canada). And the tallest plant was grown in the Netherlands, its height was about 7 meters.
As you can see, sunflower kernels are quite a popular and useful product among women. But so that the beneficial properties of sunflower seeds do not result in negative consequences for your weight and dental health, they should be used sparingly.Reviews about the benefits and harm of seeds
Duplicate nada write! The question is too generic1) Unroasted peeled seeds are more likely to benefit ... vitamin E, a lot of protein, a lot of minerals, a lot of fiber (well, a lot of fat, as previously noted, so much too low)
2) Fried. Probably definitely harm. But how much pleasure
HAWK
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It depends on the quantity. Another sunflower seed is overloading and destruction of the liver, inflammation of the pancreas, cracking of tooth enamel ... I knew one girl who had a special cavity in her front teeth for many years of use, for insertion and crushing ... I didn’t see her liverqibdip
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Sunflower seeds is not only a direct connection with the cosmos, but 3 hours of female silence.SHPION
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100 g of seeds (incomplete glass) = 520 kcal. These are as many calories as in ...... 800 g cooked rice (approximately two servings)
... 300 - 350 g cooked or grilled lean meat
... 1 chocolate bar (100 g)
... 400 - 450 g cooked or grilled lean fish
... 100 g of walnuts
... 200 g of any bread
... 600 g cooked pasta (approximately two servings)
Lera
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