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Sunflower - source of healthy seeds and oil

Sunflower - source of healthy seeds and oil

Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant native to North America, cultivated for its nutritious seeds. Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E, selenium, and unsaturated fatty acids. They are eaten roasted, added to salads, bread, and muesli. Sunflower oil, one of the most widespread cooking oils in the world, is pressed from the seeds. The oil has a high smoke point and is suitable for frying as well as cold dishes.

Sunflower originates from North America, where it was cultivated by Native Americans 5,000 years ago.
A single sunflower head can contain up to 2,000 seeds arranged in a spiral pattern.
Sunflower oil has a smoke point of around 230 °C, suitable for regular frying.
The seeds contain a high proportion of vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant.

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Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)

Energy

582 kcal

29 %

Proteins

19 g

39 %

Fats

50 g

71 %

Carbohydrates

24 g

9 %

Fiber

11 g

44 %

Salt

8 mg

< 1 %