Sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds have the following nutritional characteristics:

Contains antioxidants such as flavonoids and phenolic acids

High concentrations of niacin and vitamins A, B and C.

Contains higher levels of vitamin E than flaxseed, sesame seeds and peanuts

Rich in minerals including calcium, iron and magnesium

55 to 70% linoleic acid and 20 to 25% oleic acid

Amino acids including glutamine, arginine and cysteine

Sulfur-rich proteins that are essential for many biological processes such as muscle and skeletal growth.