Many factors influence oral health. Regular and competent hygiene, including professional preventive cleanings, and giving up bad habits (smoking tobacco) do not always help avoid the development of caries, periodontitis and other diseases of the teeth and gums. The diet followed by the patient plays an important role in the prevention of such diseases. Vitamin deficiency and deficiency of various microelements in the body leads to a deterioration in oral health, in which case correction of the patient’s daily diet is required.
Different stages of periodontitis
Antistress from a bag
What is the reason for such ardent love? Psychologists explain this phenomenon this way: peeling seeds has a calming effect. In a stressful state, the monotonous chewing of shells plunges a person into a state akin to meditation - he relaxes and stops thinking about problems as something terrible. A handful of grains helps you calm down and regain control over your emotions. And since it is known that modern people face stress at every step, it becomes clear why the popularity of this product is so great.
What to do
The easiest way is to simply stop buying seeds. When the product is not at home, then there is no temptation to eat it. But it’s not always possible to force yourself once and for all to buy the food you crave. Therefore, alternative options may be considered.
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A storehouse of useful substances
But the benefits of sunflower seeds don’t stop there. They contain many substances necessary for humans:
- saturated fatty acids
– reduce cholesterol;
- B vitamins
– improve skin condition, protect against depression;
- vitamin A
– good for vision, prevents skin aging;
- vitamin E
– supports heart health;
- vitamin D
– takes care of the skeletal system (sunflower kernels contain approximately the same amount of it as cod liver);
- trace elements and minerals
– magnesium necessary for the heart, zinc useful for immunity and appearance. And also selenium, phosphorus, silicon, copper and a number of others;
- approximately 20% of the grain composition is protein
. One glass of the product is enough to provide the body with half the daily requirement of proteins;
- dietary fiber, or fiber (about 5%)
- a necessary part of the diet. Stimulates peristalsis, causes a feeling of satiety, and prevents gastrointestinal diseases.
When buying vitamin complexes, many do not even realize that almost the entire list on the label of an expensive drug can be attributed to an ordinary bag of seeds.
Sunflower seeds are a means of preventing diseases of the cardiovascular system. Beneficial for the liver and biliary tract. (They activate the secretion of bile, so if gallstone disease has already been diagnosed, they are contraindicated).
Diets that can cause oral disease
Many people today follow special diets, avoiding meat or processed foods. Vegetarians and raw foodists often experience dental problems due to their diet and are more likely to suffer from various gum diseases.
A vegetarian diet involves avoiding protein foods, in some cases including dairy products and eggs. Vegetables and fruits, nuts, a variety of legumes and cereals (porridge) remain on the daily menu. Such a diet is not complete, causing a weakened immune system and a deficiency of certain microelements (for example, iron or calcium) and vitamins. Therefore, vegetarians more often than others suffer from stomatitis, periodontal disease and caries.
In this regard, dentists recommend that such patients include plant foods enriched with calcium in their diet - figs, sunflower seeds or unrefined sunflower oil, nuts, various types of cabbage, spinach and other greens.
In addition, it is extremely important for vegetarians to increase the fluoride content in their diet. This microelement helps reduce the risk of caries development that occurs when there is a high content of acidic fruits, berries and juices in the daily menu, by strengthening the enamel. Sources of fluoride are certain types of fish, walnuts, buckwheat, lamb, pork and poultry.
The raw food diet also threatens its adherents with worsening dental health, since the raw food diet also consists primarily of raw vegetables and fruits that are not thermally processed. In most cases, dentists give the same recommendations as for vegetarians - enrich the menu with foods high in calcium and fluoride, and take vitamin complexes.
Can seeds be dangerous?
Those who want to improve their health with delicious grains should be aware of the nuances of their path to store shelves.
- When buying a product in “factory” packaging, we do not know exactly how it was processed. Some manufacturers use diesel fuel to dry the sunflower crop, during the combustion of which the carcinogenic substance benzopyrene is formed. The longer the raw material is stored in the warehouse, the more benzopyrene settles on the grains. Closer to the new harvest, its quantity may exceed all norms, especially if the raw materials were initially wet - in the case of a rainy summer, for example. An indirect sign of the presence of non-opyrene is considered to be a greasy coating on the peel.
- When producing seeds on an industrial scale, it is possible to store the crop on asphalt sites. If the air temperature is above 30 degrees, harmful compounds evaporate from the asphalt and are absorbed into the product.
- Growing sunflowers is rarely possible without the use of phosphorus fertilizers containing cadmium. Its presence cannot be determined without special research - it does not affect the taste of the kernels. Small amounts are not harmful, but chronic consumption of foods rich in cadmium can cause kidney and bone problems. Cadmium accumulates in the body and is eliminated from it over decades.
- Grains may contain lead if the fields are located near roads.
These features cause sunflower seeds to be harmful to health. It is clear that it is caused by processes accompanying the industrial processing of raw materials. Sunflower grown in environmentally friendly places and processed without the use of toxic substances is absolutely safe.
The most beneficial for your health are grains that have not been subjected to heat treatment. The most that can be done with them without significant damage to their positive properties is to dry them in the sun. Once in a hot frying pan or in the oven, “rosy” fried sunflower seeds contain nothing but fiber and a huge amount of “empty” calories. If they are seasoned with salt, then the benefit to the body tends to zero.
Who should not become a “rodent”, or contraindications
If you have a history of stomach ulcers, colitis or enterocolitis, you should treat this delicacy with caution - it can aggravate the disease. Gout is also a contraindication, as is gallstone disease, as already mentioned.
When the shells are cracked, their fragments, similar to tiny slivers, enter the oral cavity. Such a “splinter” can seriously damage the mucous membrane and vocal cords. That is why singers and announcers do not allow themselves to “indulge” in unpeeled sunflower kernels.
Use a blender to clean the seeds quickly
Using this method, you can separate a whole kilogram of seeds from the husk in 10 minutes. All you need is a blender, a sieve, a deep plate and the seeds themselves: they must be well fried. You only need to complete three steps.
- Place the seeds in a blender. Grind them for about 3 minutes in pulsating mode: first at low speed and then at high speed. Shake the seeds periodically so that the top and bottom layers change places.
- Pour the seeds into a plate of water and wait 5 minutes: during this time, the husks will float to the surface and the seeds will sink.
- Remove the husks with a spoon, separate the seeds from the water using a sieve.
Peeled seeds can be dried, placed in a container and put in the refrigerator: there they can be stored for up to three months. Take a little sleep every day and take it with you as a snack to work or school. Seeds are a nutritious snack: one serving (35 grams) contains about 6 grams of protein and almost 4 grams of fiber. This combination will charge you with energy for a long time.
Genie seeds can be easily peeled with a blender or by hand due to their quality and size. The manufacturer grows sunflowers in its own fields in the Krasnodar Territory, Adygea and Altai. Then the seeds are sorted in the calibration workshop: only large ones are sent to a plant in the Chelyabinsk region for further processing. They undergo a multi-stage cleaning system: they are separated from debris and impurities, washed with water, dried, fried, and cooled. The bright, recognizable packaging of this brand contains only seeds that have passed a rigorous casting: the largest, most aromatic and tasty.
Learn more about seeds
Sunflower and figure
The idea that a bag of grains can be used as a snack is wrong. A 100-gram pack contains on average 550 Kcal – that’s how many calories are in sunflower seeds. This portion is equivalent to a full meal. Each nucleolus is a source of fat, since it consists of almost 70% of it. With this knowledge, you can take care of your figure and continue to pamper yourself with your favorite delicacy - you just need to consume it in moderation and reduce the nutritional value of the rest of your diet by the corresponding number of calories.
Use the seeds as a snack for movie night or a party with friends.
The calorie content of seeds and other popular snacks - chips, crackers, store-bought popcorn - is approximately the same: from 400 to 550 calories per 100 grams. But the composition and set of useful elements are different. The seeds do not contain carcinogens, flavorings, flavor enhancers or other additives. But there are the necessary vitamins, fiber and protein. Also, because the seeds need to be peeled, you will eat them longer, which means you will eat less.
Djinn seeds are available in five packaging options: from 35 grams for one person to 350 grams for an entire company. In the store you will recognize these products by their bright and durable packaging, which does not allow moisture to pass through and retains the aroma. It comes in three colors: yellow - classic high-quality roasted seeds, blue - seeds with sea salt, green - pumpkin seeds.
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Nutcrackers risk damaging teeth
Constant use of certain areas of the incisors leads to thinning and even splitting of the enamel. You can “crack” seeds for years without much harm to it, and one day you will encounter an overly strong specimen that will make a hole in the enamel that is visible to the naked eye. But more often, tooth damage is the result of many years of grinding down the enamel, which simply does not have time to recover.
What happens next? There are two options.
- The “Nutcracker” goes to the dentist, who fixes the problem and convinces the patient of the need to give up the bad habit or learn to “disassemble” sunflower seeds with his hands (by the way, stimulation of the fingertips rich in nerve endings has never harmed anyone).
- He continues to chew “for his own pleasure”, changing the localization of the “working” areas on his teeth. There are “craftsmen” who crack the shell with their molars and, manipulating their tongue, separate the kernels from the husk. The latter is evacuated, that is, spat out. The condition of the oral cavity after such a meal leaves much to be desired, but abrasions on the mucous membrane and chips of the enamel do not bother the “seed eaters” until significant harm is caused to their health. After this, it is time for the first option.
You should not put off visiting a doctor, because a violation of the integrity of the enamel is:
- ugly smile;
- painful reaction to frosty air, cold and hot food;
- if the pulp chamber is damaged, pain occurs that interferes with chewing food properly;
- when the nerve is exposed - toothache even at rest;
- possible source of infection;
- the likelihood of tooth decay and loss.
Peeling sunflower seeds with your teeth is dangerous because small chips and cracks that do not affect the dentin do not cause noticeable pain. Because of this, the patient delays his visit to the dentist and may experience unpleasant complications. And to eliminate them, additional means are needed - both therapeutic and financial. You need to remember this when planning to watch your favorite series with the treasured little bag in your hands.
Foods that Poor Oral Health
Foods high in fast carbohydrates and acids are the main cause of oral diseases if regular hygiene measures are not observed. To prevent caries and periodontal disease, it is necessary to exclude or limit consumption as much as possible from the diet:
- sweets and other sweets;
- sour fruits, berries, juices;
- crackers, chips and other hard snacks;
- carbonated drinks;
- marinades with a high vinegar content.
The more of these products in your daily diet, the higher the likelihood of various diseases of the teeth and gums.
After seeds – rinse and clean
Another aspect of eating sunflower grains that affects the condition of the oral cavity is the particles of kernels and husks remaining after eating them. The former are an excellent environment for harmful microorganisms, while the latter, with their sharp edges, injure everything they come into contact with. To minimize the harm of these factors, after the “meal” you need to brush your teeth, after rinsing your mouth generously with water. Otherwise, pieces of shell will become a traumatic abrasive during cleaning.
It has long been known that food can be useful and harmful - it all depends on its quality, portions and the presence of a culture of consumption. This fully applies to sunflower kernels.
The main harmful foods for teeth
Although all foods have beneficial substances and properties that can improve the overall health of the body, there is a list of foods that can harm the health and beauty of your smile. Dentists do not recommend using these dental products, especially on an ongoing basis:
- Raw and roasted sunflower seeds cause significant damage to tooth enamel during the process of cleaning the seed kernel from the shell. Systematic use can cause wear of the enamel and the appearance of microcracks - this leads to the formation of primary caries and its consequences;
- Coloring products for teeth - primarily tea and coffee. They contribute to the rapid staining of tooth enamel, which spoils the aesthetics of a smile;
- Rough abrasive foods - chips, crackers, snacks. Due to intense mechanical friction, they injure the enamel, which leads to the development of dental problems;
- Sugar and foods high in sugar - candies, chocolate, marmalade, candy bars, etc. These products slow down the absorption of calcium by the body, causing a decrease in the strength of hard tooth tissues.
Following a proper diet and regular preventive examinations at the dental clinic will improve the health and beauty of your teeth!
How can roasted seeds harm the body?
Experts advise paying attention to storage conditions, since if stored incorrectly, oxidation occurs and a rancid taste appears. In addition, both raw and roasted seeds may contain the carcinogen aflatoxin, which is produced by mold fungi.
In addition, experts say that when frying, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can oxidize, especially if the seeds are fried at high temperatures. As reported on the Roskachestvo website, oxidation leads to the formation of harmful free radicals, which negatively affect the human body.
Reduce the “doses”
On average, a person eats up to three hundred grams of seeds per day. That's a lot. In fact, the norm is a maximum of sixty grams.
Since there are now many packages of seeds, choose the smallest packs. Or at least watch the amount you eat. Try not to exceed the permissible limits, then there will be no harm to your health.
Find something else to do
Realize that you have a psychological dependence on seeds. You just need to relieve stress or keep your hands busy. Come up with something more useful to do. For example, you can collect puzzles, knit, embroider, etc. You can solve crosswords and puzzles. In any case, a conscious approach to your psychological dependence is required. Try to train your willpower to stay healthy.
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