Sunflower seeds provide notable nutritional advantages including high protein content and antioxidants.
Sunflower seeds contain 18.9 grams of protein per 100 grams according to USDA data. This exceeds the 12.4 grams found in two large eggs. A 2025 review in Food and Humanity highlights their abundance in vitamin E which supports immune function and may reduce chronic disease risk.
Adults age 65 and older who consume eggs regularly face a reduced chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research from Loma Linda University Health. The study found that eating at least five eggs per week was associated with up to a 27 percent lower risk. Even modest intake showed measurable benefits.
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A large international study has found that fewer than one in five people consume enough flavanols to gain heart health benefits, even when meeting standard fruit and vegetable guidelines.