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Sunflower Seeds

Seeds · Oil Seeds · per 100 g

A nutrient-packed seed providing healthy fats, fiber, and essential minerals. Small but powerful addition to any diet.

Nutrient density 8.8GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories584 kcal 29% DV
Protein21 g 42% DV
Carbohydrates20 g 7% DV
Fat52 g 66% DV
Fiber8.6 g 31% DV
Total sugars2.6 g no %DV*
Sodium9.0 mg 0% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A3.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C1.4 mg 2%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E35 mg 235%
Vitamin K0.0 µg 0%
Thiamin B11.5 mg 123%
Riboflavin B20.36 mg 28%
Niacin B38.3 mg 52%
Vitamin B61.4 mg 79%
Folate B9227 µg 57%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium78 mg 6%
Iron5.3 mg 29%
Magnesium325 mg 77%
Phosphorus660 mg 53%
Potassium645 mg 14%
Zinc5.0 mg 45%
Selenium53 µg 96%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1/4 cup35 g
1 oz28 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

Bmi — High protein supports lean mass maintenance

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

Add to post-workout smoothies. Chia seeds can be pre-workout energy (chia pudding 1h before)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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