The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is a species of the Asteraceae family. The plant seeds are edible, and manufacturers use them for foods and producing sunflower oil. As such, sunflower oil ...

Sunflowers are one of the few crops native to the United States. According to some sources, indigenous people likely began to cultivate them around 1000 BC. Sunflower seeds probably didn't reach ...

Ever chowed down on a sunflower? We’re not talking sunflower seeds or sunflower oil, but the meaty heart of a golden-petaled sunflower. Recent diners at Eleven Madison Park in New York City have done ...

Certain seeds, like chia and flax, tend to hog the nutritional spotlight. But the less-trendy sunflower seed has plenty of qualities worth highlighting. Here are the health benefits of sunflowers ...

The possible benefits and negative effects of sunflower oil may depend on the type, though more research is needed. Heating it to high heat may release toxins. Sunflower oil is made by pressing the ...

Hundreds of sunflower seeds come from each yellow sunflower head. Not only are these seeds flavorful, but they also contain beneficial nutrients on which your body relies. Sunflower seeds also contain ...

Sunflower seeds are a nutrient-dense food with health benefits. Moderation is key when including them in your diet. A 1/4 cup serving of sunflower seeds is 186 calories. Sunflowers aren’t just pretty ...

Sunflower seeds are harvested from the flower head of the sunflower plant. While the seed itself is encased in a black and white striped shell, sunflower seeds are white and have a tender texture.