Question:
are sunflower seeds a good source of protein?

   — jassieb (posted on August 20, 2009)

August 20, 2009
I am not sure, but I eat them every day. It taste good and keeps my mouth busy.
   — lieutenant-ed

August 20, 2009
Here are comparissons between sunflower seeds and peanuts. Sunflower seed kernels, dried Nutritional value per 28 g (1 oz) Energy 163 cal Carbohydrates 5.36 g - Sugars 0.75 g - Dietary fiber 3.0 g Fat 14.16 g - saturated 1.49 g - monounsaturated 2.70 g - polyunsaturated 0.35 g Protein 6.51 g Peanut, valencia, raw Nutritional value per 28 g (1.0 oz) Energy 163 kcal Carbohydrates 6 g - Sugars 0.0 g - Dietary fiber 2.57 g Fat 13.71 g - saturated 2 g - monounsaturated 6.86 g - polyunsaturated 4.57 g Protein 7.14 g You can see that peanuts are a slightly healthier choice. I would say that these are OK as on occasional snack but should not be relied upon as a primary sounce of protein since they contains lots of fat. Just my two cents worth.
   — rkurquhart

August 20, 2009
Sunflower seeds are good, but soynuts are better. Soynuts have 10 grams of protein per 1/4 cup. They also sit better on my tummy then sunflower seeds or peanuts.
   — colabear32x

August 21, 2009
I find sunflower seeds are really good for protien and taste, I eat a variety of nuts. I just watch for the salt. Eat them raw or lightly salted as a rule and they are fine. I was told the oil and fat from nuts is not really that bad for you.
   — trible

August 21, 2009
in order to get a form of protein usable by the body to rebuild muscles and other soft tissue, you need to eat the sunflower seeds with a SECOND source of plant based protein, or with a dairy based protein. This means that you need to eat the seeds with some form of grain, beans, or with milk, yogurt, eggs, or cheese. The two forms of protein will combine when eaten together to create what your body needs to build these soft tissues. If eaten alone, the body will just break the protein down for use as fuel for the body. No HARM will come to you, but you get the best use of the protein when it is eaten properly. Meat protein, such as chicken, fish, or beef does not require this sort of care when eaten. It is converted directly into protein in the body, or used for fuel as needed. I hope this helps. Hugh
   — hubarlow