slimmingdownwhilesick:

leanmeantoned:

5 SEEDS YOU SHOULD BE EATING:

1. FLAXSEEDS: Eating flaxseed is an easy way to get omega-3s, antioxidants, and fiber into every meal. Flaxseed is known to lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure and also promote regular digestion; early studies indicate they may even have a role in preventing breast cancer.
2. PUMPKIN SEEDS: Don’t wait until Halloween to enjoy the goodness of pumpkin seeds! High in plant sterols and phytochemicals, pumpkin seeds help lower cholesterol and are a good source of protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium.
3. CHIA SEEDS: Not just fodder for a ’70s novelty gift, ch-ch-ch-chia seeds are a great addition to any diet. One tablespoon of chia seeds contains 70 calories, six grams of fiber, two grams of protein, 90 milligrams of calcium, and 2.5 grams of omega-3 fatty acids.
4. SUNFLOWER SEEDS: There’s nothing like the salty satisfaction of popping open a sunflower seed, especially when you consider how high they are in vitamin E, manganese, and vitamin B1.
5. SESAME SEEDS: Sesame seeds aren’t just for hamburger buns and bagels — and with good reason. These seeds are a great source of calcium (one tablespoon of sesame seeds contains 90 milligrams of calcium); they’re also rich in other minerals like magnesium and copper.

I really need to start adding pumpkin seeds… they are really one of the most healthy foods you can put in your mouth.