The nutritionist called the product high in magnesium

Nutritionist Olga Yablokova in an interview with aif.ru On Wednesday, May 27, she told me which product has a high magnesium content, which is good for the heart and good sleep.

The expert noted that most of the magnesium and other useful substances are found in raw seeds, especially pumpkin and sunflower seeds. They are rich not only in magnesium, but also in zinc, vitamin E, and healthy fats.

At the same time, when frying seeds, they lose up to 30% of magnesium, and fats are oxidized and become less useful. Vitamins and antioxidants are also destroyed, and due to high temperatures, harmful substances can form, including acrylamide, which is associated with the risk of cancer.

Raw seeds, according to the expert, are devoid of these disadvantages, therefore they are considered more useful. They are recommended to be consumed in moderation — about 20-30 g per day, added to dishes or slightly dried without oil.

The expert warned that sunflower seeds are not suitable for people with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and gall bladder, as they can cause exacerbations.

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Earlier in May, doctors talked about the risks of constant magnesium intake. According to experts, magnesium is most effective when it is deficient, but high doses of the element without a doctor's prescription are dangerous for the development of cardiac arrhythmias.

In April, dentist-therapist Nazir Magomedov warned that hard, sticky and acidic foods can accelerate the destruction of dental fillings and lead to their replacement. In particular, nuts, inshell seeds, breadcrumbs and caramel create an excessive load on fillings, writes NSN.

At the same time, Maria Belyaeva, a dentist-therapist, warned in an interview with IA Regnum that brushing teeth immediately after eating and frequent use of toothpicks can damage the enamel. She recommended not brushing your teeth immediately after eating, especially after acidic foods and sugary carbonated drinks.

Nutritionist Elena Solomatina said that wheat bran and sesame seeds will help make up for magnesium deficiency. It participates in more than 300 biochemical reactions and is primarily necessary for the formation of bone tissue, RT notes.

In turn, the site kp.ru with reference to experts, he noted that the main harm of sunflower seeds is high calorie content: it is easy to overeat and get excess fat. In addition, "husking" harms teeth and gums, and there may be bacteria on the peel, so it is better to wash and clean the seeds with your hands.