Add a crunch to every meal with tasty edible seeds

Despite being small in size, seeds are known to be super-nutritious. They are known to be a powerhouse of nutrients and can be consumed daily for a myriad list of health benefits. With an ample amount of fibre, fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants present in them, seeds are known to be extremely versatile and can be incorporated any way in any dish. With growing awareness, several people are opting to consume these seeds for better health. They can help you lose weight while providing you with enough energy for the whole day. However, not every seed is healthy.

Here are some seeds that you must include in your diet:

Pumpkin seeds

Feeling snacky? Just grab a handful of raw or roasted pumpkin seeds and munch them on them as a healthy snack. A rich source of selenium, fibre, healthy fats, and protein, pumpkin seeds can help enhance heart and bladder health.

Chia seeds

 A common misconception among non-vegetarian people is that vegetarian diets are incapable of providing the body with the required amount of protein. It is time to shed light on the truth and reveal a popular plant-based source of protein - chia seeds. These seeds are also a rich source of dietary fibres, antioxidants, Omega-3, and other essential nutrients. All you need to do is soak some chia seeds overnight and use them to prepare food, meals, and desserts.

Sunflower seeds

Looking for a way to improve heart health? This is your sign to add sunflower seeds to your diet. A good source of fibre, iron, calcium, protein, and vitamin C, sunflower seeds can brighten up your health just like how sunflowers brighten up the mood and surroundings.
Easy to munch on as a snack, you can add sunflower seeds to your diet in your salads, oatmeal, or desserts.

Flaxseeds

Commonly known as alsi or teesi in Hindi, flaxseeds are a part of people's diets across the world. The health benefits of this seed variety are widely acknowledged as it is a rich source of dietary fibre, protein, and Omega-3. It also contains lignan which is known to
have anti-cancer, bone health, and heart-friendly benefits.

Sesame seeds

 Popularly used in parts of Asia, sesame seeds are commonly known as til in Hindi. This seed is extremely healthy and is a rich source of fibre, B vitamins, and calcium. If you're looking for foods that can enhance your bone health, it is time to add sesame seeds to
your diet. Furthermore, sesame seeds can also improve your hair and skin health.

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