It is highly advisable that you add these seeds to your daily diet to make sure you get their full health benefits.
Chia
Chia seeds have high fiber content and when you don’t have enough fiber in your body you can use chia seeds which have nearly 11 g of fiber per ounce.
They also say that the more you eat fiber the lower you risk yourself of getting chronic diseases. Fiber also helps lower blood sugar. Per 1 oz: 9 g fat, 4 g protein, 11 g fiber
Pumpkin
Pumpkin seeds promote healthy heart because of its magnesium content which most people don’t get enough of. Pumpkin seeds have also been around for many years as a natural remedy for enlarged prostates because of a compound called phytosterol which is present in pumpkin seeds.
You can either enjoy pumpkin seeds as a snack or use them for baked goods like pumpkin bread or even as a topping on your curried pumpkin soup. Per 1 oz: 13 g fat, 7 g protein, 1 g fiber
Hemp
The small hemp seeds are said to be a complete protein because they contain all the 9 essential amino acids. Hemp seeds are also loaded with omega-3s and rich magnesium and iron. Per 1 oz: 13 g fat, 20 g protein, 1 g fiber
Flax
Flax seeds are available as a whole or ground but it is best to use it when it is ground up because the body absorbs its nutrients better. Flax seeds are also rich in magnesium and fiber which makes it great when you need to reduce your cholesterol levels.
It is also a great source of alpha-linolenic acid which is a kind of omega-3 fatty acid that helps reduce chronic inflammation.
Keep the seeds in the fridge to keep them fresher. Per 1 oz: 12 g fat, 5 g protein, 8 g fiber.
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