Raw Sunflower & Pumpkin Seeds Mix 100g | Ready to Eat | Unsalted Unroasted

Description

Pumpkin seeds are the flat green edible seeds of a pumpkin. You might say but pumpkin seeds are white? Yes, they have a white outer husk, and once it’s removed, we have a flat oval green pumpkin seed. Sunflower seeds are the fruit of the sunflower.

These pumpkin and sunflower seeds are 100% natural, raw, unsalted and unroasted. They are ready to eat.

Pumpkin seeds are packed with protein, minerals and Omega 3s which are beneficial for a vegan & vegetarian diet. Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants and may be beneficial for sleep, good hair and skin.

Sunflower seeds from the beautiful sunflower are packed with Vitamin E, several B vitamins and minerals. They are a rich source of antioxidants and may improve mood.

 

What do pumpkin and sunflower seeds taste like?

Pumpkin seeds have a slightly bitter nutty flavour. Sunflower seeds have a smooth nutty flavour.

These seeds are 100% natural, raw, unsalted and unroasted. They are ready to eat. In this 100g pack of the seed mix, 50g are pumpkin seeds and 50g are sunflower seeds.

 

How should I use pumpkin and sunflower seeds?

Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds can be eaten on their own raw or you can roast them and add salt for a delicious snack.

Pumpkin and sunflower seeds can be used in:

• Oatmeal
• Juices
• Smoothies
• Salads
• Chia pudding
• Cakes / Muffins
• Bread etc
• Yoghurt
• Soup

 

How many pumpkin and sunflower seeds should I eat per day?

You should consult this with a doctor, especially if you have health conditions, but the usual serving is about 1-2 tbsp of pumpkin and sunflower seeds mix per day.

 

How to store pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds?

I always find that storing any seeds in the refrigerator increases their shelf life quite a bit. Once open, place your pumpkin and sunflower seeds in an airtight zip lock bag, place in a container and store it in your refrigerator. You need to ensure that sunflower abd pumpkin seeds are stored in a cold, dry place. Moisture should not enter inside the pumpkin and sunflower seeds mix.

 

Do pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds have any nutritional benefits?

Pumpkin seeds are packed with:

• • Protein
  • Minerals
  • Fibre
  • Omega 3s which are beneficial for a vegan & vegetarian diet
  • Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants
  • Pumpkin seeds may be beneficial for sleep, good hair and skin

Click here to read more about the nutritional benefits of pumpkin seeds

 

• Sunflower seeds are packed with Vitamin E, several B vitamins and minerals
• Sunflower seeds have anti-inflammatory properties
• They are a rich source of antioxidants and may improve mood.

Click here to read more about the nutritional benefits of sunflower seeds

 

Do pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds have any adverse side effects?

As with all foods, it’s always best to eat a little bit to start out with (if you’ve never eaten it before) to check if you have any side effects. Consult your GP if you have any concerns.

If you are allergic to pumpkin seeds, you’ll have the following symptoms:

Chest tightness

Hives

Vomiting

If you are allergic to sunflower seeds, you’ll have the following symptoms:

Eczema

Itchy Mouth

Vomiting

Unsettled stomach