Favorite by many seeds are perceived by the majority as a popular delicacy that allows you to pass the time, and at the same time in no way affects the body. In fact, this is far from the case. Nutritious and high-calorie grains, it turns out, is not a harmless figure, and when they are used, certain rules should be followed in order not to harm the body.
What do seeds contain
Sunflower kernels have a unique composition, surpassing many products in terms of the amount of substances useful to the body. Eating them can satisfy the body’s need for vitamins: A, C, D, E and Group B. According to the content of vitamin D, sunflower seeds overtake even cod liver.
The seeds are rich and minerals. They contain magnesium, zinc, selenium, iodine, chromium, calcium, phosphorus and sodium. There is more potassium in this product than in banana and orange. Grains contain a large number of amino acids that provide normal fat metabolism. They also contain tannins, citric and tartaric acids.
Calorie content 100 g of product equals 578 kilocalories. The protein content is 20.7 g, fat - 52.9 g, carbohydrates - 3.4 grams. 
About the benefits
Small sunflower seeds - a real storehouse of nutrients. Banal husking seeds can affect not only our appearance, but also have an effect on many processes in our body.
Vessels and heart. Sterols, phospholipids and fat-soluble vitamins have a positive effect on the body, strengthen the cardiovascular system. Potassium and magnesium of sunflower seeds strengthen the walls of blood vessels and give them elasticity. Vitamin B1 prevents the development of thrombosis and coronary heart disease.
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Skin and hair. Thanks to calcium and magnesium, the grains maintain the elasticity not only of the vessels, but also of the upper layers of the skin, making it elastic and allowing you to retain youth. Vitamin E contained in seeds is struggling with premature aging.
Bones. Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium, making bones strong. By the way, there is more calcium in the seeds than in dairy products. 
Nervous system. This popular delicacy is a good antidepressant. Folic acid together with B vitamins improves sleep and helps fight bad mood and stressful situations.
Important! Raw sunflower seeds contain large amounts of phytosterol. This substance can block cholesterol absorption into the blood.
For women
Vitamin D in the composition of seeds in a complex with calcium gives healthy and well-groomed appearance of women's hair, nails and teeth. Vitamin E deactivates free radicals, helping to preserve youth. Selenium contained in the kernels, acting together with this vitamin, enhances the growth and thickness of the hair, supports the necessary skin turgor. Simply put, sunflower helps keep women young and beautiful.
In addition to sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds with many useful properties are popular.
For men
Half of a cut glass of seeds contains the daily rate of vitamin E. This means that their use can significantly prolong the reproductive function of a man and positively influence his sexual activity. 
Is it possible
Let's now figure out whether it is allowed to use seeds, being in a special state, for example, carrying a child, or in the presence of certain diseases.
During pregnancy
Pregnancy is not a contraindication. for consuming sunflower seeds. The vitamin complex present in them helps to improve the condition of the future mother's hair and skin. Delicious kernels can relieve heartburn and nausea. But pregnant women should not abuse this delicacy because of its high calorie content.
Did you know? On the territory of the Russian Empire, the sunflower came from the great reformer Peter I, who, surprised at the interesting flower during your stay in Holland ordered to send seeds to Russia.
With HB
Yummy grains for nursing mothers do not carry any clear harm or benefit. From their positive influence, it is worth noting the presence of vitamins A and D in them, which have a positive effect on the mental and physical development of the baby. Also present in them are iron and calcium, essential for women in the postpartum period. Also, these grains increase lactation and increase the fat content of milk. At the same time, seeds can cause allergies in infants or cause constipation. 
When losing weight
Starting the fight against excess weight, this yummy from your diet should completely exclude because it is very fat and high-calorie treat. But if getting rid of extra pounds involves intense physical exertion, sunflower seeds will only help to cope with them, thanks to the magnesium contained in them. Only use them worth a minimum.
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With diabetes
The glycemic index of sunflower seeds is only 35 units. This allows them to be classified as low glycemic index foods. Diabetes mellitus is not a contraindication for the use of sunflower seeds. But since this product is high-calorie and contains a large amount of fat, doctors advise patients with diabetes not to lean on it and eat seeds that are not fried, but only slightly dried.
When gastritis
In this matter, doctors are unanimous - you cannot eat sunflower seeds. The gastric mucosa is already weakened, and coarse and solid food annoys it in addition. In addition, the nucleoli are very fatty, and this aggravates the violation of the gastric mucosa.
Pancreatitis
Even during remission suffering from pancreatitis use sunflower seeds can't. They are very solid and poorly digested, while they contain a lot of fat, which negatively affects the pancreas, which already does not produce the necessary amount of enzymes for food digestion. 
With cholecystitis
Roasted and fatty grains with cholecystitis strictly prohibited. Fatty food only aggravate the violation of the outflow of bile, which would entail a lot of discomfort and deterioration of the general condition.
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Gout
The purines contained in the seeds can contribute to the accumulation of uric acid crystals, and thus provoke the development of gouty arthritis. Doctors advise patients with gout to use seeds in minimum quantity and in raw or slightly dried form only in the period of remission of the disease.
From what age can children
The considerable caloric content of the seeds and their ability to cause allergies forced the pediatricians to come to the conclusion that, in the past three years, this product was not introduced into the children's diet. For a three year old baby daily dose should not exceed 30 grams.
Important! Purified kernels are safe for the teeth, but completely useless for the body, because when they come into contact with air, fats oxidize and lose their beneficial properties. Buy seeds is only in the peel.
Consumption rules
Loved by many seeds, it turns out, is not such a safe product. 80 percent of the core is easily digestible fat. This does not mean that their use should be completely abandoned. In order not to harm the figure, you must follow some simple recommendations. 
How much can you afford per day
50 grams The purified kernels per day completely cover the daily need of the body for the necessary vitamins and minerals, without having a negative effect on the figure.
Is it possible for the night
A high fat content means that the optimal time for consuming this product will be the first half of the day. The seeds eaten in the evening are definitely transformed into fatty tissue. Therefore, this snack at night is better to replace a light salad or low-fat yogurt.
Sunflower is a valuable fodder crop: cake and meal obtained from the feeding of cows, poultry, rabbits, and sheep are obtained from oilseed wastes.
Is there any use in fried
Minerals and organic acids contained in the cores, heat treatment does not destroy. The nutritional value of the seeds during frying decreases, and the high calorie content is maintained. In addition, roasting increases the glycemic index of the nucleoli. This means that the use of roasted seeds for the body is significantly less than the benefits of simply dried in a skillet, or raw. 
How to quickly and easily peel
To eat pips without harming tooth enamel and delicate skin of the fingers, there are several ways.
The first method is using blender. Seeds are poured into a blender, which is switched on for a few seconds in pulsation mode. After they are poured into a container, where they are filled with water. The husk split in a blender floats to the surface, and the heavy nucleoli remain at the bottom. Water is drained, the grains are dried, and they are ready for use.
Also for lovers of seeds, who do not want to spoil their teeth and fingers, invented special scissors for peeling. They have gaps of different sizes for small, medium and large seeds.
What harm can bring
Regular consumption of seeds has a negative effect on tooth enamel. Constant mechanical action destroys it, causes caries and various diseases. Also, seeds are sold rather dirty, even if it is a packaged factory product, so the best option would be to buy them raw, wash and fry yourself. During sore throat or sore throats it is better not to lean on sunflower seeds, because they can aggravate the condition. By the way, they are also not very favorable for the vocal cords, so many people involved in vocal try not to use them.
Did you know? The seeds were the only food for 35 years for the Monk Theoktista, who lived in solitude and prayer on the island of Paros.
Who can not
The calorie content of a glass of seeds is equal to the caloric content of a serving of a fat pork shish kebab, therefore, for overweight people, they are absolutely contraindicated. Consuming sunflower seeds is worth it to limit people with serious diseases of the kidneys, liver, throat and gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, cholelithiasis).
The benefits of these tasty kernels are indisputable for the organism, but preference should be given to a natural product that has not undergone heat treatment. This will help preserve the external beauty and saturate the body with useful substances. The main thing with seeds is to comply with the measure, even though it is sometimes not easy with them.
