In addition to being crunchy & tasty, seeds boast a bevy of health benefits. We tapped Alyssa Wilson, registered dietician & metabolic success, for a rundown of the 8 most common types of seeds.
1
MICHELLE ARNOLD
These fiber-packed seeds are rich in healthy omega-3 fats and provide a substantial amount of protein to boot (5gs per 1oz serving).
FLAXSEEDS
2
GEORGE PACHANTOURIS
“These seeds are one of the best dietary sources of lignans, molecules that have antioxidant & anti-inflammatory effects.” says Wilson.
SESAME SEEDS
3
LA BICICLETA
Sunflower seeds are “abundant in monounsaturated fats, Vitamin E, & protein, & eating them a few times a week has been shown to reduce inflammation.” Says Wilson.
SUNFLOWER SEEDS
4
WESTEND61
Just 2 tablespoons of these itty-bitty seeds provide a whopping 10gs of dietary fiber. What’s more, chia seeds are loaded with healthy Omega-3 fats.
CHIA SEEDS
5
SERGIO AMITI
According to Wilson, hemps seeds are “a complete protein source, which means they contain all the essential amino acids that your body is unable to make.”
HEMP SEEDS
6
MARK PENDERGRASS
Also known as pepitas, these seeds are loaded with monounsaturated & omega-6 fats & boast serious health benefits for the bladder & urinary tract in particular.
PUMPKIN SEEDS
7
AURELIAN STANCIU
A ½-cup serving of pomegranate seeds contains 40% of your daily Vitamin C requirement, plus a boatload of antioxidants called polyphenols.
POMEGRANATE SEEDS
8
HDAGLI
Per Wilson, caraway seeds are rich in iron, vitamin A, magnesium, potassium, & calcium, & can alleviate digestive issues like heartburn & gas.