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Seeds

Whoever would have thought that there's a world of goodness locked up in the humble pumpkin seed?

Or that linseeds would prove to be an important source of omega-3 fatty acids - fats that deserve celebrity status due to the positive effect they have on the body.

Linseeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds and sunflower seeds can add variety to your diet and give your health a boost.

So, opt for that seedloaf next time or make a point of sprinkling a few seeds onto your breakfast cereal in the morning.

Seeds:

Sesame seeds

Key benefits

How much to eat

Maximising the benefits

Nutritional values

Key benefits of sesame seeds

Sesame seeds help to protect the body from free radicals. They are a key source of phytic acid, magnesium and calcium. Phytic acid could inhibit cancer, specifically of the colon.

How much sesame seeds should you eat?

Like most seeds and nuts, sesame seeds are high in calories, and should therefore not be eaten in great quantities.

Maximising the benefits of sesame seeds

The outer layers of seeds contain phytic acid, so they are best eaten whole.

Nutritional values of sesame seeds

Calories 598

Fibre 7,9g

Magnesium 370mg

Calcium 670mg

Per 100g

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