Friday, November 18, 2011

Sunflower seeds a healthy choice?

are sunflower seeds a healthy choice for a snack, if im looking to lose a few pounds and currently watching what im eating, are sunflower seeds a healthy choice? as a snack for the day?

Sunflower seeds a healthy choice?
Yes they are healthy, but watch quantities as they are high in natural oils.

Rubber Slippers

How do I harvest sunflower seeds from the sunflower to plant next year?

Last year, right before they moved, our neighbors gave us some sunflower seeds to plant. They got them from sunflowers they grew in their garden. Well, we planted them, and WOW! Beautiful sunflowers grew! Tall and large blooms. They are in a vase now, and I want to get their seeds and plant more for next year. How do I get seeds from these flowers? Do I cut the big blooms, dry them somehow? I am NOT a green thumb gardener, so the more detail the better for me! Thank you in advance for your suggestions. (I wish I could post a picture, they are just beautiful!)

How do I harvest sunflower seeds from the sunflower to plant next year?
I just laid my sunflowers on a table on the back porch.Took a couple of weeks. They dried out and I sorta bent them backward and the seeds came out. Next time I will try hanging them upside down. Thats how I dry my herbs. Just curious to see how they do that way. Some people put the head of the flower in a paper bag and tie a string around it. There is really no trick. Just keep them dry. We laid some outside and watch the birds have a feast. They had NO trouble getting the seeds out. m
Reply:Hang them upside down in cool dry place and place newspapers on the ground or floor under them. The flowers should dry in a couple of weeks and then you can harvest the seeds.
Reply:They're supposed to be harvested when the back of the flower head turns from green to brown. Before that, the seeds may not be completely ripe, and so may not germinate.





Then let the heads dry completely. Shake out or pick out the seeds when very dry, put in a clean glass jar or other container, and store in a cool, dry place until time to plant next year.





Enjoy them!
Reply:And most important, put them in a place impenatrable to squirrels.
Reply:Wait for them to dry out and just gather the seeds. That's it. They should grow just fine next year. The bloom will wilt by itself anyway. You can cut if off when it starts to hang. Just set it out and it will dry by itself.


Sunflower seeds? Important question?

How does the sunflower company get the sunflower seed to be JUMBO? They really are JUMBO compared to the other one!

Sunflower seeds? Important question?
There are two kinds of sunflower seeds black oil (small) and confectionary (striped and large).
Reply:The variety of the flower that produces them.


Are Salted Sunflower seeds harmful to Hamsters or can they eat it? thank you?

My hamster likes Sunflowers, but the Food I buy her comes with so many different Varieties....and little of sunflower seeds...and she seems to pick through her food just to eat sunflower seeds...mostly....besides the fresh fruits she gets here and there...

Are Salted Sunflower seeds harmful to Hamsters or can they eat it? thank you?
No salt for Hammy . You can get unsalted ones.
Reply:Yes, salted sunflower seeds are bad for any small animal. The extra salt is not needed by them and they can get kidney damage from the extra salt. They should only get them unsalted for treats actually. They are very high in fat and cause obesity if given too many. In turn an obese hamster may become diabetic and will need a very strict diet. If she's picking through her food for them, best thing to do is remove them all together and give them as a treat a few at a time.





I can be emailed for a list of food for a Syrian hamster or for a diabetic/dwarf hamster. They are two different lists so let me know what breed of hamster you have. Email me directly at wolfinator25840@yahoo.com and not by my profile. Yahoo Answers doen't provide enough space for the information I have.
Reply:you can buy them unsalted. then they would be safe.
Reply:i would avoid the salty ones. see i you can buy unsulted ones and just give them as a special treat. They are very fatty
Reply:Don't give your hamster salted sunflower seeds. The salt will make it very thirsty. Buy plain sunflower seeds. You should be able to get them from any supermarket. They usually come deshelled. My hamsters love them!
Reply:i wouldn't give them to the hamster. Not only because of the salt, but sunflower seeds are very fattening for them they are usually processed with some type of oil. Stick with the one specifically for little critters.
Reply:Not goo....buy him unsalted, raw seeds. Can find them with the birdseed.
Reply:Don't give them the seeds (be on the safer side)
Reply:Actually salted sunflower seeds are ok to feed to a hamster.Though you don't want to over do it.Feeding them a few each week in my experience has never caused them harm.Their natural metabolism wont allow them to retain water or get fat.They make mineral stones for hamsters which contain salt.Salt is a natural part of their diet when in the wild.They can die if they don't get the proper amount of salt as well as a few other minerals.In case you wish to be organic with your hamster they do require animal protein for their health.


Sunflower seeds and sprouting help!?

OK i want to sprout sunflower seeds for my bird but i am using sunflowers seeds that are in a package for use to eat and i planted some in a shell and some not in a shell will those acturally sprout cause they are from a bag to eat!? and hmm also will apple seeds from a real apple sprout same with black watermelon seeds will they sprout thanks?!!

Sunflower seeds and sprouting help!?
for the sunflower seed if they were cooked no. if not the ones in the shell will sprout. The apple seeds should under no cercumstanes be givin to a bird. water mellon seeds will sprout.
Reply:Sunflower seeds - depends on the processing.





It is best to go and by planting seeds rather than the roasted and salted ones.





Apple seeds will sprout.





Watermelon seeds should sprout, but it depends on whether it is from a hybrid.
Reply:Don't offer apple seed or watermelon seed sprouted to your birds at all. They're toxic.





For the sunflower seed. There are many ways you can sprout them. The already shelled ones will probably not sprout %26amp; any other sunflower or other seed must be fresh to sprout.


For best nutrition for birds they should only just be sprouted, alternatively you can soak the for 24 hours for good nutrition.





Also don't over do it the sunflower seeds, try all kinds of others too as well as things like mung beans, peas etc.





You can have a look at this sprouting website.

get well flowers

3 more sunflower root questions *PLEASE HELP*?

ok....i have 3 more questions on sunflower roots please help me


1.what is the purpose of the root?


2.what color is the root


3.how do they look? ( diagaram if you can find one!)

3 more sunflower root questions *PLEASE HELP*?
By "sunflower" do you mean Helianthus annuus?





If that's the case, it's a dicot-type taproot. Big main root, with lots of little root hairs and secondary roots branching from it. The root hairs are the things that do the primary nutrient and water absorbing, because of their high surface area. Sometimes these roots can be associated with mychorrizal fungi to enhance nutrient and water uptake, but i'm not sure if this particular species does.





They're usually a pale white/tan/brown color - NOT green, because roots usually don't photosynthesize.





http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taproot





That's a typical dicot taproot. The dandelion (taraxacum) on the page is in the same family as helianthus, so it wouldn't suprise me if they were largely superficially similiar.


I love sunflower seeds, and i think i am addicted to them lol..?

Is it bad to eat a lot of sunflower seeds? Would this make me gain weight? TY

I love sunflower seeds, and i think i am addicted to them lol..?
Not unless you eat buckets of them. Actually sunflower seats are quite healthy snack. So much better than munching on potato chips instead- and they are full of vitamin E.





High protein, low carbohydrate diets are here to stay; thus it is even more important than ever to make sure they are full of naturally healthy foods such as sunflower seeds. Sunflower seeds are the best whole-food source of Vitamin E. They provide an ideal heart-healthy profile, are high in protein, and naturally low in carbohydrate.





So, keep on munching, my friend.
Reply:You will most likely gain weight if that is all you eat. They are full of fat, but also a lot of other good stuff for you.


Try pumpkin seeds sometimes and you will change your mind as to which is best.
Reply:You might retain water from the salt, but the seeds themselves are nutritious...I'd much rather be addicted to sunflower seeds than some other things out there!
Reply:if you eat the ones covered in salt your blood pressure is going to go through th roof
Reply:no and no and yes and no
Reply:Sunflower seeds are good for you.





More people should be eating them. Much better than potato chips.





You'll be getting: Fibre, protein, vit E, magnesium, selenium and phytols that lower your cholesterol.





Eat MORE!





(You're not really addicted unless you go into withdrawal when you don't get any! ;-)
Reply:Sunflower seeds are amazing, but I would not eat them constantly, because a large amount of any substance can cause constipation and that's not very much fun. So enjoy your sunflower seeds in moderation, and don't worry about gaining weight. enjoy=)
Reply:No it won't it will just make you dehrayted from all the salt
Reply:Just wait till the flower grows out of your ****!
Reply:its not bad, but it might be hard on your stomach. it won't make you gain weight, becuase it is just fiber. do eat it all day long though.
Reply:they can but not much.
Reply:I thought I was the only one who noticed that sunflower seeds are addictive! lol! I think that they kinda make your nerves bad too. Just eat them in moderation. Too much of anything is not good. Too much salt can lead to dehydration, high blood pressure and heart disease. Drink more fluids when you have the desire for the sunflower seeds, eventually the addiction will go away! That's what I did and it worked for me!
Reply:Hahahaha, my mom used to have the same problem....haha, she would get them like everyday and eat them and have the shells in cups in her car, all over the place x3.She's stopped,You'll get tired of it soon..


Photography spots, sunflower field to los angeles?

is there any sunflower fields in or anywhere near los angeles, any good photography spots would be nice.

Photography spots, sunflower field to los angeles?
Kinda the wrong time of year to find flowers not currently in hot houses. Give it about 3 months for them to show up.
Reply:I agree about the flower fields in Carlsbad, and yes it is early by about 3 months, but the answer about hothouses is not true - I have a rose or two right now near my south facing wall at my house in a L.A. beach city. I see also kalenchoes, pansies and my sons' tomato plants (same south facing wall) has fruit and flowers. Try Descanso Gardens in La Canada/Flintridge - there is always something growing there, and soon the camellias will be blooming.
Reply:Try Carlsbad flower fields. It's a little far from Los Angeles, but you're sure to find some sunflowers there!





http://visit.theflowerfields.com/


Can eating sunflower seeds whole hurt you?

I eat sunflower seeds whole (chew them) .. can it hurt your insides?

Can eating sunflower seeds whole hurt you?
Not at all, I do it all the time....plus...you get the nutrients from the shell!!!
Reply:no it will not I do the same thing !!
Reply:The hulls are not edible and shouldn't be eaten as they could damage your intestinal tract since they are not digestible. Either spit out the hulls or buy them shelled.
Reply:I wouldn't think so.


Its just like eating part of the seed.
Reply:dont eat them hole crack them open eat the seed out and spit the sheel out !
Reply:They probably won't hurt you as long as you don't have diverticulosis. Diverticulosis is when pouches form in your intestine walls from too much pressure inside them, and eating seeds, nuts, popcorn, jerky, and other things like that can irritate the pouches and cause them to become inflamed (that's when it becomes diverticulitis and it can cause the pouches to burst--which is an emergency).





To prevent diverticulosis, keep yourself well-hydrated and eat enough fiber to keep the pressure in your intestines low.





Enjoy those sunflower seeds! The outisde parts are similar to the part of popcorn that we can't digest, and we still eat that safely.
Reply:I would think so .I would think it could tear your intestine and cut your rectum , maybe even leading to an infection coming out.
Reply:It might tickle when it comes out but won't hurt you.


Does roasted sunflower seeds cause acne?

does roasted sunflower seeds cause acne? What about white bread or Pasta?? In your experience. thank you

Does roasted sunflower seeds cause acne?
No, no, and no.
Reply:No.Acne is an inflammation of the pores, so it makes sense that anywhere on the body where there are a lot of pores, there is a chance of developing pimples.Log on to http://tipsfromruby-acne.blogspot.com/ for a few home made tips to heal acne .
Reply:not that i know of....as far as the sunflower seeds they make me thirsty....as far as pasta and bread..I've never heard that it causes acne.
Reply:one of the things that cause ance are trans fat


When do sunflower seeds expire?

I wanted to plant some sunflower seeds I have in the garage, but I'm not sure if they're expired. They might be as old as 4 years.

When do sunflower seeds expire?
depending on the conditions it was kept under it might still be good, if seeds are kept cold and dry they can last a while (especially sunflower seeds) but if there was any dampness or moisture in your garage they will probley not sprout.


then again if there is excessive heat it might dry the seed out to - but thats unlikely.


the only way you will know is just try planting them, besides sunflowers sprout quickly and some of the strongest plants and seeds so it couldnt hurt to just throw them in the ground and see what comes of it.
Reply:NEVER! The seed will wait for hundreds of years! Until then it is dormant. So forever unless it has the right conditions to survive.

beaded necklace

Sunflower wedding?

I am thinking of a sunflower wedding in Sept 2007 in Wisconsin. I wanted to do black and white. But maybe I should change directions! Where can I find sunflower cookie cutters, invites etc? Please help! What else would I need to help plan this wedding?

Sunflower wedding?
Go to Jean M. They have a web site and you can oder a catalog. I am sure that they have sunflower themed this and that. I purchased my leaf cookie cutters from them. They also on-line customer service so you can ask them questions. I hope that I helped you out.
Reply:Go to www.theknot.com and read the discussion boards...you will get lots of ideas.


As far as finding sunflower cookie cutters, I just did a quick yahoo search and several links popped up. you just need to look. Same thing goes for the invites - just do a search and lots will come up.


Read up on theknot.com. There will be lots of advice and there are checklists you can look at which will tell you exactly what you need to be doing.
Reply:Some people are scared of sunflowers. Have it indoors, in a church or American Legion hall, and don't waste too much $$$ on it, you're regret it in coming years, when you can't afford to get the dishwasher fixed!
Reply:Don't change directions...black and white will look beautiful with sunflowers! You can find fantastic invites at Jean M, or you can make them yourself...





As for favors, you can hand out mini terra-cotta pots woth a package of sunflower seeds...tie a black and white ribbon around the top of the pot and put a little tag with your names and wedding date on them.





If you need anything else, please feel free to email me through my website!
Reply:This sounds like a beautiful idea...really fun and pretty.





You may want to talk with a manager at your local craft store, a lot of time even if they aren't carrying the sunflower cookie cutters or other stuff, they have the resources to help.
Reply:I went to a black white wedding once and it was very elegant, you should stick with that cause you can add what ever color you want in that including flowers. Sunflowers will be kinda gaudy.


Rats and Sunflower Seeds ?

I was wondering if I can give my rats the unshelled SALTED sunflower seeds. I can't seem to find unsalted anywhere.

Rats and Sunflower Seeds ?
You can, but only a few. The salt isn't good for their little bodies, its ALOT of salt in such a small package.





Despite what someone said, DO NOT give RAW peanuts. ever, or any raw bean.





Sunflower seeds in shells are fine to give to them, I do buy a little mixed bag of nuts and seeds at the grocery store once in a while, They can have almonds, walnuts, all that fun stuff, in the shell. Its a toy and a treat combined. It makes them work to get at the good stuff.





Try buying the unsalted, shelled sunflower seeds, you should be able to find them. Like I said, only give them a few of the salted ones, because they are very salty for them.
Reply:dont risk it...better safe than sorry...
Reply:It should be fine, just don't give too many. Try looking in the vegetable department @ walmart. I know they have raw peanuts and I think they have sunflower seeds too or look in the bird seed %26amp; get a bag there.
Reply:I buy my sunflower seeds from the local farm store. They carry it cheap.
Reply:to much salt can be bad for thier health but you should also be careful how many sunflower seeds they eat, they are like the mars bars of the rattie world! giving them too much "bad" foods can lead to health problems such as skin irritations.
Reply:yes u can but only in moderation. too much salt isn't good for them.
Reply:Salted probably won't do her much harm, apart from her needing more water. Try looking in the pet department at supermarkets. They are bound to have a huge pack of bird seed sunflower seeds. Also look in garden shops at the seeds, and at petshops.


Sunflowers can be fattening to mice, and its probably the same as rats, so I would limit them to special treats. :) I hope this helps you
Reply:its safer to give em a cookie lol. Rat's should eat shelled nuts and seeds. I used to own two. I fed em everything I ate...they are rats. lol. Think Templeton from Charlotte's Web. Just feed em whatever you got lieing around.
Reply:You can get them at the pet store. If they don't have them by the rodent food, check by the birdseed. I buy "No waste" birdseed that has unshelled and unsalted sunflower seeds.
Reply:no the salt is bad for them you can find unsalted sunflower seeds in the wild birdfood area of your local wal mart or other store. plus they are way cheaper there just dont give them alot of them due to there high fat content.


Taco bell sunflower seeds in 1970s to 1990s?

i was reading lyrics for a system of a down song... and interpretations of what it meant. someone saidthat a part of a song was refering to the 1970s ot 1990s when taco bell sold sunflower seeds that had asbestos and nicotine in them... it was the governments idea or something. i dont know.








did that actually happen?








heres the link: http://www.lyricinterpretations.com/look...

Taco bell sunflower seeds in 1970s to 1990s?
yes,.....and they also used Kangaroo meat and not Beef in their Tacos,.....


Where are sunflower fields in MO?

looking for sunflower farms in St Charles County area

Where are sunflower fields in MO?
I'm not sure how far away they are from you, but check out the website listed below.

domain name registration

Going Vegetarian? Sunflower Seeds?

I want to become a vegetarian and I'm looking around for foods that have good protein. Are sunflower seeds a good source of protein? What are some others (no nuts plz i'm allergic)?





Also what are some non-meat foods that are good sources of iron?

Going Vegetarian? Sunflower Seeds?
Hey,





Congrats on turning to a veggie. I am completely veggie. You will have loads and loads of food options. It will take a while to get used to it, but going forward you will not like to eat meat or chicken or sea food.





Veggie proteins foods are Indian Cheese ( paneer ) available in Indian stores, red kidney beans, black beans , chick peas soya bean has good amount of protein too.





Please see these links for more information





http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/protein.htm
Reply:Brocolli has a lot of iron.





Lentils, split peas, garbanzo and soy beans are all great sources of protein and essential amino acids.





Are you going vegan or will you still consume milk products? If going vegetarian and still consuming milk products I'd recommend buying organic to avoid hormones and antibiotics.
Reply:Sunflower seeds are great for protein and iron. Protein can be found in soymilk, beans, legumes, whole grain products, other seeds, etc.





Iron can be found in fortified milks/soymilks, kale, spinach, collards, other dark greens, beans (incl. soy, black, pinto, lentils, kidney, navy, etc.)
Reply:PROTEIN IN LEGUMES: Garbanzo beans, Kidney beans, Lentils, Lima beans, Navy beans, Soybeans, Split peas





PROTEIN IN GRAINS: Barley, Brown rice, Buckwheat, Millet, Oatmeal, Rye, Wheat germ, Wheat, hard red, Wild rice





VEGETABLE PROTEIN: Artichokes, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Green peas, Green pepper, Kale, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard green, Onions, Potatoes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Turnip greens, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini





PROTEIN IN FRUITS: Apple, Banana, Cantaloupe, Grape, Grapefruit, Honeydew melon, Orange, Papaya, Peach, Pear, Pineapple, Strawberry, Tangerine, Watermelon








PROTEIN IN NUTS AND SEEDS: Almonds, Cashews, Filberts, Hemp Seeds, Peanuts, Pumpkin seeds, Sesame seeds, Sunflower seeds, Walnuts (black)








One excellent ingredient to look for is hemp seed protein. Hemp seed is an nutritious dietary source of easily digestible gluten-free protein. It provides a well-balanced array of all the amino acids, including 34.6 grams of protein for each 100 grams. The fatty acid profile of the hemp seed is extremely beneficial, containing omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in a virtually ideal ratio. Other beneficial aspects of hemp seed include a strongly favorable unsaturated-to-saturated fat ratio; a high content of antioxidants; and a wide variety of vitamins and minerals.





Additionally, super green foods provide an excellent source of protein (70% in some cases).











Iron


-------





Only about one fifth of the iron in a standard diet comes from meat. Dairy products are deficient in iron. The richest plant sources are dark green vegetables, soy products and legumes, whole grains, dried fruits, nuts and seeds. Cooking with cast-iron pots also contributes to dietary intake. Adding fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C to your meals (such as citrus, peppers, cabbage, broccoli, kale or tomatoes) enhances iron absorption. Foods that decrease absorption include: tea, coffee, milk products, spinach, rhubarb, Swiss chard and chocolate.


Sunflower seed cookies? Anyone know this brand, or at least how to make them?!!?

Well I was at HyVee yesterday, and in their "natural" or "organic" food section they had samples of these small (the package called them petite) sunflower seed cookies. I didn't think to read the ingredients, and I didn't read the package (how stupid of me!)..and i LOVED these cookies. omg they were amazing. The package was like a little bag and had light green coloring. that's all i remember about the product. Anyone have any idea what brand they were?





Also, these cookies were sooo good..i wanted to make some. like wow, they were amazing. it tasted like sugar cookies with sunflower seeds in them (tastes better than it sounds)..anyone have recipies for this kind of cookie?!

Sunflower seed cookies? Anyone know this brand, or at least how to make them?!!?
Why don't you call the store and ask them what brand they were. I'm sure they'll gladly tell you! Or, better yet, drive back to the store and just buy some!
Reply:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour


1 teaspoon baking soda


2 very ripe medium bananas, peeled and mashed


1/2 cup butter, at room temperature


1/2 cup granulated white sugar


1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds


1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips or dried fruit


PREPARATION:


Whisk together flour and baking soda in a small bowl. Set aside.





In a large bowl, beat bananas, oil, and sugar on medium speed until thoroughly combined.





Add flour mixture half at a time, beating to incorporate. Fold in sunflower seeds and chocolate chips.





Refrigerate cookie dough for 45 minutes to 1 hour. (Cold dough helps keep the cookies from spreading.)





Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with Silpats or parchment paper.





Scoop about 1 teaspoonful of cookie dough for each cookie and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.





Yield: about 36 cookies


Sunflower Seed question....How are the shells removed from the sunflower seeds?

Like when you buy bags of sunflower seeds that have already been shelled...what kind of machine 9 or human?), does this??

Sunflower Seed question....How are the shells removed from the sunflower seeds?
As opposed to copying and pasting the entire answer, since I didn't know and had to look into it for you, just click on this link:





http://answers.google.com/answers/thread...





I hope this helps! I love sunflower seeds!


Sunflower Reproduction!!!?

While I was finishing up a project for school, I realised that I had missed one of the most important details. I had to create a poster about a plant of my choice, the sunflower. I had forgotten to add a diagram of the flower's reproductive parts. Now I realise that the sunflower was a bad choice, due to the fact that I do not know where its reproductive organs are located. Anyone who can find a diagram of this for me, completely labeled will be a hero to me for the rest of my life! If I don't finish this, I'll probably fail for the year. Please help soon!!!

Sunflower Reproduction!!!?
The sunflower is a member of the Asteraceae family - that is it has a head composed of many flowers. Try these two links, and don't give up!!

flowers anniversary

Sunflower Garden?

I live in Georgia and I want to plant a small sunflower garden. Growing up, my grandfather had a large field and I loved walking through the field with him. It was his favorite flower and now that's he's passed on, I want to plant my own garden as a memorial.





I love sunflowers, but the only thing I know about them is how they look. When is the best time to plant them? How do I plant them? Do they need any special "food" when I plant them? How far apart? How do I take care of them? I appreciate any help.

Sunflower Garden?
Plant them in the spring. You can start them in pots inside, or direct seed.





If you plant a variety, including the ones that have smaller heads, but flowers all over the plant, rather that one big one - those self-sow freely and often come back on their own the following year.





The finches around here love all the sunflowers.





When you direst sow, or transplant, keep them watered til they establish. They don't need speical food. And the volunteers that come up susequent years - I've never had to do anything with - they don't seem to need me at all!
Reply:GET THE PACKETS OF SEED OR A DEAD GIANT ONE...PUT TWO OR THREE OF THE SEEDS IN EACH HOLE IN A GOOD SOIL....THEY ARE EASY BUT NEED WATER....THEY COME UP IN ABOUT A WEEK AS TWO LITTLE LEAVES WITH THE SEED STUCK TO ONE...JUST WATER IT AND MAKE SURE ITS GOOD SOIL..... THERES ALOT OF DIFFERENT VARIETIES...BUT THE BIGGER THE BETTER...
Reply:That sounds beautiful, you don't have to do much to sunflowers. you plant them in the spring. I have even just scatterd seeds and had them come up. They are my favorite.


Sunflower seeds too much for my rat?

The food that came with my rat (Eclipse) when i bought her a week back is mainly made up of sunflower seeds but i've read on the internet that sunflower seeds are fattening and should just be given as treats? Is this the wrong food for her? It says for hampsters and mice on the packet but the pet shop said it was right, I'm a bit confused. Please and thanks (:

Sunflower seeds too much for my rat?
The pet shop who said it was good is full of bs :( Shame on them!!!





I keep four bowls in my rats' cage...





Here's the mix I use for my rats:





Lab blocks as staple diet. Don't buy from a bin, because they lose nutrition. Get a sealed bag that you can refrigerate to keep moths away and nutrition in.





Fresh salad, safe fruits and veggies. Tiny carrot sticks are a favorite. Small tiny jar of baby food (not the whole jar for one rat... instead, use 1 tsp and refridgerate the rest or throw out).





Cereal. Whole grains are great. They usually LOVE cheerios. Nothing with marshmallows or a ton of sugar. A little piece of bread now and then won't hurt. Not that soft white-bread crap!





Seed mixes... SMALL BOWL! This is a treat, not a staple diet. I give about 1 tsp per rat, at the very most, per day.





Rats under four months can use more protein than adult rats. A little bit of cooked egg always makes my babies go crazy. Once they reach four months, you really want to monitor for obesity. If you notice extreme extreme fatness, you may want to cut back on seeds and protein a bit.





PS- rats should always be kept in a pair of two or more. They feel more secure, they live longer, and they groom eachother which is an important part of their social life. My rats are allowed out for at least 2 hours per night, supervised, but I still keep 5 of them because even 2 hours of attention is not enough to keep them healthy!





Good luck, and feel free to tell your pet shop they're full of crap!!
Reply:yeah don't worry they love sunflowers seed but just make sure they get plenty of other healthy foods like pellets which you can also get from a pet shop .......MillieGxxx
Reply:Sunflowers are great as treats but those rat feeds made up of seeds aren't the best for them because they can just choice whatever they want to eat and leave the healthy stuff, it just doesn't give them the full diet they need. I'd recommend getting large 'blocks' so they have to eat everything in the block, it's much better for them.
Reply:It definately shouldn't be 50% of the diet, but yes they are fattening and yes, they are a food source.





There's rat food available, you can use that or supplement with foods in your home (pasta, apple slice, a piece of dry dog food, etc.) but for balanced diets, check out the rat foods available. Rat nutrition is well researched, they've been used as lab animals for so long that the foods needed to be 100% what was required.
Reply:Is it rat food that you are giving her. It sounds like bird food. They like sunflower seeds but try to get a food just for rats because it will have a good mix of all the foods your rat needs to stay healthy.
Reply:Sunflower seeds are very fattening, and the hamster and mouse mix probably isn't the best staple food for your rat... A lot of rat owners use this mix - http://www.shunamiterats.co.uk/diet.html - to make up a more varied rat diet. Ths contains commercial rat food, cereal and pasta.





www.fancy-rats.co.uk/community is a really helpful rat forum - you might want to have a browse through there for food ideas :)





As another poster said, rats like company of their own kind - Eclipse would probably benefit from having a ratty friend to snuggle up to and play with...


Sunflower seeds a healthy choice?

are sunflower seeds a healthy choice for a snack, if im looking to lose a few pounds and currently watching what im eating, are sunflower seeds a healthy choice? as a snack for the day?

Sunflower seeds a healthy choice?
Yes they are healthy, but watch quantities as they are high in natural oils.


Spitz sunflower seeds?

Does anyone know where i can get Sptiz Sunflower seeds in England? (preferably around Liverpool?) Thanks for your help!

Spitz sunflower seeds?
If they don't have to be Spitz, but you just want them salted and with shells on, an ethnic food store is your best chance. I love them myself and it's pretty hard to find them.
Reply:I don't know a store but, I know the site to go to for your Spitz sunflower seeds and I think you'll end up being happy!!!





www.snack-palace.com

art

Are sunflower seedlings poisonous to cats?

my cat has eaten about two leaves from a sunflower seedling and has not stopped vomiting and behaving strangely, although it is not fitting or any other common poisoning symptoms

Are sunflower seedlings poisonous to cats?
Its possible that your cat is just allergic to sunflowers. My cat is allergic to spider plants, but its not typically a poisonous plant for cats. Call your vet, but make sure that your cat gets plenty of water and comfort. And keep the plant up and out of their way. Cats don't learn not to eat things that makes them sick. Its also possible that you have another plant that they ate and it IS posionous to them.


How do I replant sunflower seeds (planted in cups where we can see leaves growing) in the school garden?

I am a first grade teacher. I have no experience gardening. I recently had my students individually plant sunflower seeds into cups. The leaves are thriving: they are about 3 inches tall. We are going to replant the sunflowers in our school garden. What are the steps I need to take? Easy explanation please!

How do I replant sunflower seeds (planted in cups where we can see leaves growing) in the school garden?
Have other adults help you out: (1-3?)





Think about how you want to set up the flowers in the garden.





Collect a couple of gardening trowels and jugs for water.





Have the students, with the assistance of you and the other adults, go to the spot that you have plotted out in the garden.





Have the students dig the hole the depth of the cups.





Show them how to remove the plant %26amp; dirt by holding your hand gently over the top--being careful not to break the seedling (tell them this).





Tip the cup upside down and slide the cupped plant and dirt out.





Insert the dirt and plant, right side up, into the hole.





Scoop the dirt that was dug, back around the plant and pat.





Water the plants.





Go in, tidy up and wash hands.





Voila!
Reply:Thanks! Just a note, when you are removing the plant %26amp; dirt from the cup, you can have the plant between two fingers--this way it wont be crushed. Hope your class had fun!! Report It

Reply:When it is warm outside, no more frosts. just dig a little hole and gently set the plant in the hole, cover it gently with soil to the same level it is growing, and water it in, preferably with a sprinkling watering can. They dont need a lot.... sunshine and some water, good drainage. If they are the large ones look on your packages to see how far apart to plant them and how high to expect them to grow.
Reply:you can find garden furniture in this site





http://www.gadwood.com/index1.html





i hope they can help you
Reply:When the flowers have a set of true leaves (not the first two leaves which are "seed leaves"), and all danger of frost has past:





dig a little hole in the garden where the plant will go. (a hole as big as the ball of soil in the cup). Carefully pop the sunflower seedling, soil and all, out of the cup (or carefully tear the cup away from the soil). Place the seedling in the hole, firm the soil around it. Water gently.


Can you overdose on SUNFLOWER SEEDS?

Seems that today I ate a lot of sunflower seeds, snacking all day and then eating a veggie burger at lunch which is mostly groundup sunflowers, and here I am now snacking on them again.

Can you overdose on SUNFLOWER SEEDS?
Actually,if the seed is still in the shell,they may lodge in your appendix
Reply:lol no you cant over dose on them, but they contain alot of oil so eating too many may make you break out.
Reply:plbra s they kd toss uR ua.
Reply:No but pumpkin seeds make you'r breath stink.
Reply:well you wont die from it, but they might make you a bit sick afterwards....
Reply:You might want to change your diet
Reply:Only of you eat 45 trillion of them in a day, then you simply blow up.





However, eating a lot of fiber, more than you are used to can produce diarrhea.
Reply:No but they can make your mouth damn dry


Mammoth Sunflower care - Wil Sevin dust harm the flower?

I'm trying to keep the bugs from harming my flower and seeds. Will the ortho insect spray harm the flower. What is the best insect repellent for the mammoth sunflower?

Mammoth Sunflower care - Wil Sevin dust harm the flower?
Seven dust will be fine. If you are planning on eating the seeds later, make sure you allow plenty of time to elapse after applying ANY type of insect repellant before eating them.
Reply:There isn't anything that can hurt them
Reply:no it will not harm ur sunflowers.
Reply:5 % 7 will do the job. It will also kill every honey bee that


tries to collect pollen. I got my neighbors to use Malathion


and spray it on late in the evening. By morning it wouldn't


kill my bees but it would keep other bugs away. In return


I would give them a jar of honey. You can go a cheaper


route. Put an onion in the blender and turn it into liquid and


just drizzle it slowly over the flowers. Every 2 or 3 weeks


or after a rain. Love the honey bees! Good luck.
Reply:Sevin dust will not harm the flower. Make sure you wash it before eating the seeds though. Dont put the bug killer on it until after the bees stop going to them though; you don't want to kill the bees or you won't get good flowers and the bees will die.
Reply:I would NEVER use Sevin. It's extremely toxic to some plants and animals (and people). I would try natural approaches which you can find on the Web. In my opinion, Sevin and products like it, should be banned because of their toxicity. And you should NEVER eat the sunflower seeds of a plant treated with Sevin as the first poster incorrectly told you.

myspace layouts

Are sunflower seeds (with shell) really bad for you? I am addicted!?

I am addicted to sunflower seeds, and I eat a pouch a day (1.75 oz) But I just want to know if I should kick the addiction or is this a healthy snack?

Are sunflower seeds (with shell) really bad for you? I am addicted!?
well they say that it may rip your lining of your intestine because our body doesn't break it down soon enough,if not ever so just spit the shell,its not that bad.
Reply:they are vary healthy especially if u are a parrot eat all u want
Reply:sweetie, sunflower seeds are great for you, i grow them and we give family and friends big bags. everyone loves them! mine are getting ready to flower in the next week. we dont use any bug killer or preservatives in them, and i am almost sure no one does, so it is a really good snack. enjoy! good luck and GOD BLESS.
Reply:peanuts are great for you. I also eat them. but eating them everyday, I don't think so. you can get bored with them. eat some fruit or vegetables. they are just a good
Reply:It's not as bad for you as a big Mac but most sunflower seens have a lot of salt and oil and you can easily choke on one .
Reply:They have a load of oil in them, which is not the best for you.





If thats the only thing a parrot eats they will die of a heart attack!





Assuming it's not the only thing you eat, I am sure you will be fine ;)





Too much of anything though cannot be good ;)
Reply:Sunflower seed are meant to be really good for you, they don't really get digested that well I don't think though. I think they can just go straight through you.
Reply:no


Red sunflower plant won't blossom?

I bought a pot of red sunflower from Jusco last year and at that time it had 3 flowers, since then it never blossom again. Is it that i need to buy another pot to put beside it so it can get pollenated? or is there any other ways to make my plant blossom with flowers?

Red sunflower plant won't blossom?
Do you have a plant tag for this plant? How tall do they get. Was it sold as an annual or a perennial?





Sunflower plants that produce the seeds that some like to eat, usually only bloom once. But I think you might be dealing with another species... In any case, you don't need another plant to create flowers, but it might need more light.


Growing sunflower seeds?

My family is having a Competition who can grow the tallest sunflower starting off with just a seed. So any tips would be nice like how much sun they need and what to water them with.


Thanks

Growing sunflower seeds?
Start the seed directly in the ground(sunflowers don't transplant well) Full sun....all day if possible and fertilize every couple weeks with some Mircle Grow when you water. Mulch around the base of the plant to hold in moisture and keep the soil cooler in hot weather. You may have to stake the plant unless there are others around it, or the wind may take it down. Also, your choice of sunflower seed type will affect the size. I think the striped seeds like you feed to the birds grow larger than the "black oil" variety that also are fed to birds. But either of these would be a good choice versus some of the more decorative types you can buy.
Reply:Put your stake in early and be sure it is tall enough. Adding it later will trash the roots of a mature plant. I also like the striped ones but for the best results buy them in a packet, in the garden center of your local Wal Mart ect instead of picking through the bird feed for them. They are bred to grow larger and are much better seeds. Also check the date on the seed packet to be sure they are fresh and not last years seed. Good Luck!


My sunflower seedlings are droopy! Please help?

My sunflower seeds came out really well. But now that they have a few leaves, the bottom ones are really drooping. I have repotted them with more soil, which helped temporarily, then it started again! I water them a little every day and have them in direct sunlight.

My sunflower seedlings are droopy! Please help?
When you say the bottom ones, could they be the first two leaves that came up?, if they are then don't worry they are just the seed leaves and should eventually drop off. if not, do as they other posters have said and you will be fine.
Reply:Watering is your problem.





It is much better to soak a plant every few days than a little each day.





Doing a little every day means you run the risk of the water evaporating or the soil not being penetrated enough to get to the plant roots. Drooping is a sign of a lack of water.





The other clue is the top of the soil. If it is a light brown, crumbly and dry to the touch then you're definitely not watering enough.
Reply:I think the watering is the problem.


Stand them in a tray of water and lert them soak up all they need. Once they are not soaking up anymore take them out of the tray and throw the excess water away.This may mean you only water once or twice a week but they will be getting a deep water that reaches the roots. I do not think they are at present or they would not droop.


Hope that helps :)
Reply:1. do not over water


2. use staks


3. get the into the garden asap
Reply:Sunflowers do not transplant well. They should be directly sown into the ground.

opera music

Are sunflower seeds good for weight loss?

if i am on a low carb diet will sunflower seeds be a good thing to eat.

Are sunflower seeds good for weight loss?
sunflowers are really good ... i have two friend who have seen great results





thank you for answering my question ... sorry but would you mind telling me were i can get those flaxseed pills ???????


THANK YOU you've been of great help!!!
Reply:sunflower seeds are VERY high in fat.


Can humans eat the sunflower seeds that's made for birds (bird seeds)?

I was shopping at a home improvement store and seen two employees talking and eating sunflower seeds as another employee was fixing a ripped bag of sunflower bird seeds that had fallen on the floor. It does say on the bird seed bag "Not For Human Consumption". But why exactly?

Can humans eat the sunflower seeds that's made for birds (bird seeds)?
The sunflower seeds in the bird food have not been protected from disease and have not been cooked
Reply:because it fuks with the digestive track....


My hamster won't eat anything else but sunflower seed. He's so picky.?

I have male teddy bear hamster(golden hamster) and I bought him about 2 weeks ago. And I bought 'Nutriphase' and 'yogurt drop' to feed him. I pour 3/4 of 'Nutriphase' into his food bowl he digs them up and gethers up all sunflower seed and takes them to his house and next day if there's no sunflower seed, he takes corn and cornflake. And then we won't eat anything else. Anyother stuff in that 'Nutriphase' like artifitial food for hamster or nutrition food and stuff. So everytime that he refuses to eat those i just filled the food bowl again with sunflower seeds and corns but now I'm really worried about his health. And I usually give him 2 of 'berry berry yogurt drop'. Is that okay that I keep giving him just corn and sunflower seed? or what should I do?

My hamster won't eat anything else but sunflower seed. He's so picky.?
DO NOT FEED HIM NUTRIPHASE! nutriphase has a chemical in it called Ethoxyquin that gives your hammies cancer! and to get im to stop eating the fattening foods, get him these pellets that contain all of the nutrients he needs. Just go to a petstore and they can tell you what it is- if you go to petco or petsmart they feed all their rodents that.
Reply:i once had rabbits that only ate oatmeal, i added that with the rabbit food and they wouldn't eat the bunny food they would jsut eat the oat meal, maybe he just doesnt like anything buy seeds. its fine feed him what he wants and try adding fruit and veggies.
Reply:try changing food, the mixed bags-small pellets, sunflower seeds, corn+ or the just pellets. If you do keep feeding him this, try to ick out the sunflower seeds and corn for one day, in the next, out the day after that, ect... if he loses weight or still only eats the sunflower seeds, even on the days there is none(though you said he does eat other stuff if there is no sunflower seeds, so if that changes) then put the sunflowers seeds in all the time, or take him to the vet if he's unhealthy. if i were you, i'd pick out the sunflower seeds, and put the rest in, then later on give the seeds to him, in my hand or in the dishe. you might also want to try to feed him a bit less. good-luck*-*


Could sunflower seeds affect your sleep?

I LOVE sunflower seeds I have been going through a huge sunflower seed kick I have also been having quite the spell of insomnia. It just dawned on me today maybe the spitz (sunflower seeds) have something to do with it. Yesterday for example I was so tired I could barely keep my eyes open. Then I ate spitz at about 10 and couldn't fall asleep till about 3 its getting a bit ridiculous

Could sunflower seeds affect your sleep?
I dont think that there is anything in sunflower seeds that makes you stay awake. i think it is because they are so addictive you just cant stop eating them! I too am a big fan of sunflower seeds! i used to eat a bag and a half a day! my mouth would go raw!
Reply:I just found out that seeds can be a cause of headaches Report It

Reply:never heard of any connection between the two - maybe the high salt is effecting your blood pressure
Reply:Obviously you should ask a Dr. However, if you are over 40 seeds can cause problems. If you don't have pain in your lower intestines it probably isn't a problem. I feel the sunflower seeds are just a coincidence.

flowers birthday

If i eat one 100g of sunflower seeds a day will it help me to increase my muscle mass and therefore metabolic?

rate. i was told that to increase my metabolic rate and to do this i should increase my muscle mass which then lead me on to protein. so i hear that sunflower seeds are high in protein will eating 100g per day help me or is it too much

If i eat one 100g of sunflower seeds a day will it help me to increase my muscle mass and therefore metabolic?
that is ridiculous. 100 g of sunflower seeds?


no, you should eat a balanced diet included lean proteins (eggs, chix, fish etc). You should also lift wts.
Reply:Caloric surplus causes weight gain in the form or fat, or if you do strength training, muscle.





Personally I'd prefer a nice, rich piece of chocolate cake, or going with the healthy oil theme, perhaps a nice piece of fish or chicken, to a hundred grams of *blergh*.. sunflower seeds, that my parrot eats.
Reply:Will depend on many other thing so please my article and do as you see fit.





To increase metabolism you need to be active, best way is to exercises, by establishing some good routine, that make you lead an happy healthy life style.


*****************


Tips for Loosing Weight


By


minootoo





You must count calories and at least in initial stages write down what you are going to eat and when then stay on that list. Your total calories for the week must not exceed, 1500 x 7 = 10,500 calories this will give you leave way to indulge at special occasions like wedding and parties, but you must write down what you eat and account for the calories latter and adjust the total intake next week.





Please read my article on this subject and follow them.


While at it build your body too, while reducing by doing body parts specific exercises.





If you are not too old, then best way to reduce your weight is to increase your height.





Vegetarians have a big advantage, in loosing weight, it cost less and they can satisfy the hunger more easily, some vegetables have only 1 calorie per pound, so they can fill themselves up with it before enjoying each meal, and never go hungry.





Most people should take one a day water soluble multi-vitamins when on this program; they can be purchased at the pharmacy near you.





http://search.yahoo.com/search?ei=utf-8%26amp;...





http://www.halls.md/body-mass-index/bmi....


**********


Increasing the Height


By





In rare cases, you can increase the height up to age 30.





Cycling is good exercise and fun too.





You need to adjust the seat so that when you paddle from seating position you will actually stretch your legs, it is a difficult position but doable. For safety you need to be on track and not in traffic, safety first.





The FEW things I did at least helped me.





Swimming.





Not just playing in water, but serious laps type swimming, do not try to beat the clock but steady full strokes swimming. Remember slow and steady wins the race.





Stretching exercises on floor.





Find them on line.





Chin ups.





Full stretch type.





Swinging from a rope.





Full stretch climbing.





In other words do things that require stretching.


STRETCH-STRETCH-STRETCH-STRETCH





PS





In the morning after good night sleep every one is about 1/2 inch to 1 inch taller. This is because the soft tissue between the bones recovers during the time when there is no weight on them.





Older people loose height due to bone loss. I was 5', 7'' I am only 5', 5".





Issue of Genes:





You know only the active genes but genes can stay dormant for generations.





I believe that every one has some tall height genes, dormant or active; I again believe that certain exercises can activate those.





Again Swimming:





You will start out with half a lap and build up day by day, half a lap at a time. Then you will swim non stop for 1/2 an hour.





The speed is not important but you must use various strokes and do them correctly, completely, slowly and perfectly. This way you will have full stretch, and its benefit.





Eating healthy foods and taking rest as specially sleeping soundly at night is very important. Most people need 8 hours of good sound sleep per night, some need more and few get by with 4 hours only.





In the mean time use high hills and take advantage of hair-do, wardrobe can do wonders too; vertical striped clothing can create a taller look for most people.





Hormones:





Under strict supervision of a doctor they do wonders but the side effects are delayed and unpredictable so doctors do not like to use them.





Surgical Procedures:





There are surgical procedures but most doctors will not do them till the person is 30 years or so. They also have to be very short.


**********


Life Style Change Program for Loosing Weight


By


minootoo





Who needs to loose weight?





Answer is simply not every one, only the over weight person.





Who is over weight?





This is simple, it is easy to find out and it is available on line, it is call Body Mass Index, and calculations are simple. According to this calculation if you find your self say only 10 pounds more, you may not be over weight. Remember every one is slightly different and you can just watch it, on your own and not let it get out of hand.





What is the reason for being over weight?





This is also simple, have doctor check you out for any physical or hormonal abnormalities. The doctor should be advising you of your ideal weight even though you have already figured out the ideal weight and you are seen a doctor because your weight is not where it should be according to BMI.





Basic understanding of loosing weight.





Every one uses calories at all time. There may be some exceptions to this rule, for most of us; the rate of use, even when we are resting, we use 65 calories per hour minimum. This comes to1560 calories per day. The actual range is between 65 and 100 calories per hour. This is consistent with heart rate of 60 to 80 bits per minute.





Simply put any person eating only say 1500 calories a day will not put on any additional weight. At this level of calories consumption the person should loose some weight over long haul, depending on the individual rate of metabolism.





What is a healthy weight loss?





When one tries to loose weight, one should loose excess fat; there should be a healthy loss of weight. Loosing muscles tissue is unhealthy.





How much is one pound of body fat?





One pound of body fat weight is approximately same as one pound of butter. If you look at a one pound package of butter, you will see it contains between 3200 to 3600 calories. This means that each time a person burns 3600 more calories then what the person takes in, the person will loose one pound.





How many pounds should a person loose in a month?





Any one that is trying to trim down can figure out how long it took to put on the excess pounds. The fact is; it did not happen over night. It usually creeps up, but the person realizes one day suddenly.





This is why a person should not be in a hurry to loose weight. The person should start at once but go slowly. Do not wait for New Year.





Taking above in to consideration a person should not loose more then 2 pounds per month. If a person looses any thing more then that, chances are that the person will not be able to maintain the weight loss. It will take extra efforts to loose and it will take extra efforts to keep it off. Remember slow and steady wins the race.








When an overweight person should start loosing weight?





At once. The person should not be in a hurry to loose weight. The person should start at once but go slowly. Again do not wait for New Year.





How does body react to weight lose?





Any time there is depletion of fat beyond certain level, the body reacts by slowing down metabolism, so that it can build up fat. If the body is use to say 2000 calories per day and detects only 1500 calories per day for considerable length of time it reacts to the situation by reducing the rate of metabolism. When this happens one need to help body by increasing activity. Usually takes about four weeks for body to react.





What is the relationship between body and body fat?





Under ideal condition fat act as a reserved energy source for our body. Certain level of fat is good for healthy living and even may save our life in certain life threatening situations. Every one should have minimum required level of fat on their body.





What if there is no weight loss at 1500 calories in take level?





This is a rear occurrence. Do not panic. The body has slowed down the metabolism to such a great extent that you must help it. The only way to help is to increase activities, this means you have to exercise. You do not need to join Gym but you can go on an an half an hour walk every day or batter still engage in a power walk for same duration. Power walk burns 250 calories per hour and walk burns 100 calories per hour approximately.





What is the importance of body fat for a female?





Females require little more body fat then men. In the absence of certain required level of body fat, females are not able to function properly; in particular they may not be able to conceive. You can find lot more about this on internet.





At 1500 calories intake per day what one must drink and eat?





Drink





One gallon of liquids most of witch should be in the form of water (zero calories).


Calories should be accounted for all other liquids.





Why water?





Water is a universal solvent, means it dissolves almost every thing at least in very minute quantities. This helps purification of body.





Eat





What should be your proportionate in take of fat, Proteins and Complex Carbohydrates?





This depends on what your need are.





1. Need to reduce fat.





Fat: 10 percent of 1500 calorie per day = 150 calories.


Complex Carbohydrates: 30 percent of 1500 calories per day = 450 calories.


Proteins: 60 percent of 1500 calories per day = 900 calories.





2. Need more energy.





Fat: 10 percent of 1500 calorie per day = 150 calories.


Complex Carbohydrates: 40 percent of 1500 calories per day = 450 calories.


Proteins: 50 percent of 1500 calories per day = 750 calories.





3. Need to reduce weight only.





Fat: 25 percent of 1500 calorie per day = 375 calories.


Complex Carbohydrates: 25 percent of 1500 calories per day = 375 calories.


Proteins: 50 percent of 1500 calories per day = 750 calories.





4. Need to increase muscles bulk, but still reduce weight.





Fat: 10 percent of 1500 calorie per day = 150 calories.


Complex Carbohydrates: 15 percent of 1500 calories per day = 225 calories.


Proteins: 75 percent of 1500 calories per day = 1125 calories.


Exercise the muscles you want to develop, you can find right exercise on line, recommend use of light weights.





Foot note: To take fat is so important, while reducing even fat, that it is included in all cases. If the fat is completely cut out, body will think
Reply:If your goal is to build muscle mass, there are other protein sources that pack more of a protein punch and a less fattier one too than sunflower seeds.





It is true that muscle burns more calories than fat but you have to build that muscle first. That involves exercise, both cardio and strength-training and eating the right foods.





Included below are two links for you: One to a body building diet and the other to a calorie counter. Both of these resources come from Diets in Review, a free website that offers objective descriptions on the latest diets and diet trends. When you're done reading these two links, you should browse around the entire site to see if any other diets compliment your intention of building more muscle mass.


Having a Spring/Sunflower themed wedding...Any ideas?

I am getting married next April ('08). I love sunflowers, and I must incorporate them into my theme.. I was thinking about Pale/Pastel Yellow and Chocolate Brown as my colors.


Possibly having the favors as small planting pots with our names written on them with sunflower seeds.


Any ideas? I am in the beginning stages so anything will help.


I also want to know if you think outside or inside for the reception?!

Having a Spring/Sunflower themed wedding...Any ideas?
You can bring sunflowers in almost everywhere. Your centerpiece could be vases filled with sunflowers and the vases could be wrapped in silky brown ribbon. Favor sounds good. You could use decorative paper w/ sunflowers as the background inside your invitations. Michael's has small sunflowers that you could even add inside the envelopes to give your invite some pizazz. Try personalized napkins with sunflowers. Dress up your guest books,tables, or chairs with fabric w/ sunflowers on it. Hope I've been some help. The main areas to focus on initially should be your invitations, centerpieces, cake, favors, and decor. Try going to google.com and searchin for wedding supplies. You may find some items with sunflowers on them already. Good Luck :)!
Reply:I forgot to mention that if you can't find the flower in season you can always go for silk arrangements. I found a website that might also help with favors. www.foreverandalways.com has sunflower flower seeds that you can purchase in bulk. Glad I could help and good luck planning. Sim1 Report It

Reply:Sunflowers are more a fall flower so you may have difficulty finding them. Check with your florist first. You can incorporate it in your bouquet as well as the maids bouquets. The men can wear lapel flowers of maybe black eye susans which look a lot like sun flowers, just smaller. Instead of throwing rice at the end they can throw sun flower seeds. The cake can also be decorated with black eye susans and yellow mums to follow along with your theme.
Reply:Unless you can guarentee the weather...... I'd at least have a Plan B





http://www.formal-invitations.com/theme-...





http://www.todays-weddings.com/planning/...





http://www.escapeconcepts.com/Store/inde...





http://www.escapeconcepts.com/Store/2946...


Are there any sunflower fields in Yorkshire( Huddersfield, Leeds or Sheffield), UK!? Where are they?

I really want to see sunflower fields in the Yorkshire, UK( especially in Huddersfield, Sheffield or Leeds). However, I am a newcomer and I do not know there are any sunflower fields at there and where they are!?





If you have experience about my wishes, please let me know!





Thank you very much!

Are there any sunflower fields in Yorkshire( Huddersfield, Leeds or Sheffield), UK!? Where are they?
No.
Reply:wrong time of year!


Sunflower questionS *please answer!*?

i need to know about the actual sunflower ( the flower part a little bit confusing)


1.what is the pupose of the flower?


2.what does it look like?


3.does it have a smell?


4.how big does the flower get?


please answer as many as possible i REALLY need answers!!!

Sunflower questionS *please answer!*?
1. Reproduction, a pollinator lure





2. Depends on cultivar, some are small and others tall, colors range from solid yellows to reds and orange.





3. Yes, many have a musty sweet scent





4. Again, depends on cultivar. Some have little flowers, 2 inches in diameter. Big cultivars, like Mammoth grey stripe, end up over a foot across.
Reply:1.Well I guess the purpose of this flower is to feed the birds.


2.It's sort of brownish in the middle and yellow pedals,like a sun.


3.It doesn't really have a smell accept for that plants smell.


4.It depends on the type of sunflower to determine how big it will be.Some sunflowers can grow to be 5 feet tall,some can be 2 feet long.
Reply:well i am not an expert but this i know there r different varieties as well as dwarf, and full size, the flower is very pretty like a giant daisy and it produces very nice seeds that r edible good to eat, good for u. my best advise is look it up on computer and i am sure u will get more details.i hope this helps.

Dog Teeth

Sunflower seeds.?

Is it possible to obtain seeds from cut flowers bought from a sunflower field not to far from my house? I know it must be possible but does anybody know how?

Sunflower seeds.?
Probably not.





It is unfortunate but the flowers need to mature to produce the seeds-with sunflowers (and many other cut flowers) they are not usually mature enough to produce seed when the flowers would still be pretty enough for cutting. The flower is dead once cut from the stalk it originates from. While the blooms remain pretty for several days it is not long enough for the seeds to develop.





There are many catalogs that have lovely sunflower seeds available. Perhaps you might find the ones you seek at one of the following:





http://homeharvestseeds.com/ferrymorsesu...





www.burpee.com/main.asp





http://www.yankeegardener.com/seeds/hart...





http://www.mainstreetseedandsupply.com/f...





www.parkseed.com
Reply:No, and even if you could you wouldn't want to. Most of the sunflowers we love are hybrids, which means their seeds would not produce a sunflower that looked like the parent plant. You'd end up with a standard "field" sunflower, which are okay but probably not what you're looking for.
Reply:sorry no ..........http://answers.yahoo.com/question/?qid=2...





answer me now
Reply:cut a few and let dry out,thats how my grandpa did them. good luck!
Reply:No. The flower will not live long enough.


Sunflower seed germinating?

i am germinating my sunflower seeds and its been about 2-3 weeks, how do i know when they are germinating to be planted?

Sunflower seed germinating?
2 to 3 weeks is way to long. It should only take a couple of days to germinate. I plant the seeds directly in the ground. I planted some last week and they are coming up beautifully. You need to throw those seeds you have out and try again.
Reply:Sunflower seeds are best planted where they are to grow. I would have thought that after 3 weeks they'd be nice little seedlings. I grow sunflowers every year, they are amazingly fast growing plants! Might need a bit more info...like how warm are they, what you've planted them in etc. : )





EDIT:


quick, plant them out... very carefully
Reply:I just put them in the ground and they grow beautifully so just plant them.
Reply:What are you doing? Yes you can germinate them in a bag but why? Plant them in soil and then water them. It's not good to move them as they are very fragile. A sunflower can be planted in the final location from the start.


Also 2 weeks is beyond the normal germination time.





You sound like a Master Gardener. LOL
Reply:They should definitely be germinating(popping out of the ground) by now. I planted mine, and they were germinating 2 days after I planted them. I'm in a cold climate and they were started in a sandy mixture, under grow lights. If your seeds are not warm they won't be too anxious to germinate.


Best of luck to you!
Reply:sounds like your cooking them by putting in a bag and placing them in the winddow


Sunflower seeds?

I bought some sunflower seeds last night and I got home and realized they expired last November, my friend said it wouldn't hurt anything if I ate them. but I don't know, the thought of them expired doesn't make me want to eat them. are they still good?

Sunflower seeds?
At the risk of being gross- they are probably ok. I seriously doubt that they will hurt you to eat, they just won't taste as fresh i.e. may be a little stale.
Reply:I wouldnt eat them


I once had a bad experience with out date seeds


It has a very stale taste and it really doesnt taste right


So if I was you I would not eat those seeds
Reply:ask yourself...Is expired food good? EXPIRED!!! It wouldnt need an expiration date if they were always gonna be good for you to eat.
Reply:Either take them back,or dump them. Expiration was a long time ago.
Reply:They might be OK. Could be a little rancid. Make sure you're reading the date right and that it's an expiration and not a production date. If you still have the packaging and the receipt, take them back to the store.
Reply:It all depends on how much of a creep you are
Reply:take them back to the store and get a new bag if they refuse then tell them that you will get the health board on them if a store is selling products and the date has passed and hello 4 1/2 months is not acceptable..... they can get in deep doodo!


Is sunflower oil made from sunflower's??? O_o?

Is it?





If sunflower oil is made from sunflowers


Olive oil is made from olives


Whats baby oil made out of?

Is sunflower oil made from sunflower's??? O_o?
Mineral Oil and Fragrance.
Reply:sperm oil

flowers and gifts

Is sunflower seed for snack fattening?

i used to eat a lot of squash and watermelon seeds for midnight snack but then i realized that it's fattening. i wonder if sunflower seeds are also fattening. thank you.

Is sunflower seed for snack fattening?
Sunflower seeds are an excellent snack by themselves


or as an ingredient, offering a wealth of nutrients,


many of which are hard-to-get. Full of healthy


unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, minerals, vitamins


and phytochemicals, nutrition scientists are realizing


that we should pay better attention to this


power-packed whole food.





Sunflower seeds are also recognized by the U.S.


Dietary Guidelines for their nutrient density. They


are specifically noted to be the best whole food


source of vitamin E, providing 84% of the daily


value in just one ounce (1) A lower risk of deathfrom stroke has been associated with vitamin E-rich


foods (2); and since studies have shown that only


5% of men and 4% of women meet the RDA for


vitamin E, choosing sunflower seeds to increase vitamin


E intake is a wise and easy solution Adding sunflower seeds to baked goods, sprinkling


them on salads, or using them as a coating on


chicken can add a lot of protein and many important


nutrients to your meal. It’s easy to incorporate


sunflower seeds into your diet in a tasty and healthy


way
Reply:One thing that will help you lose weight: a colon cleanse. I was one of those who did not believe in them until I tried it. And I tried a few until I found a great one that works (its all natural too! - it's just pills, but you'll detox, lose weight, and fell much, much better). You can go to


http://health-thin.info and order you free trial, also you only pay $4.95 shipping and handling. Good luck!
Reply:Yes, sunflower seeds are fattening. The make my face break out too.


Spitz sunflower seeds?

Does anyone know where i can get Sptiz Sunflower seeds in England? (preferably around Liverpool?) Thanks for your help!

Spitz sunflower seeds?
If they don't have to be Spitz, but you just want them salted and with shells on, an ethnic food store is your best chance. I love them myself and it's pretty hard to find them.
Reply:I don't know a store but, I know the site to go to for your Spitz sunflower seeds and I think you'll end up being happy!!!





www.snack-palace.com


Are sunflower seeds good for you?

I am CONSTANTLY hungry. Most of the time I eat a lot of junk food when I am just sitting around watching tv, but lately I have tried to eat healthier. I have started just eating more sunflower seeds, just the plain salted ones. Can I eat to many of them? Or are they good for me?

Are sunflower seeds good for you?
Sunflower seeds (not the shells) are like natural vitamin and mineral pills. They are excellent for you.





Check out this site if you get a chance.





http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname...
Reply:http://www.naturalnews.com/003550.html





it has a list of five foods you can prepare that have little or no calories. they're emergency foods for when you're really hungry but don't want to stuff yourself with 1000 calories worth of chips.





mmm








you know what you can't eat too many of?





green vegetables. they have hardly any calories so they don't count, which is said in the article I gave you.





plus if the sunflower seeds are salted, it will make you retain water, therefore bloated.


GROSS.
Reply:being constantly hungry may be due to your junk food attacks. try filling up on fruit and fiber instead - that will help with the hunger pangs. sunflower seeds are okay in moderation, but too many isn't good - the salt isn't good and for the small amount of food you take in, they're quite high in fat. if that's the kind of thing you really like, maybe try a trail mix where you get some dried fruit in there as well like raisins - it's a bit more well-rounded (but again - watch your salt intake!)
Reply:They are not that bad for you, as long as you don't have a high salt intake diet. If you exercise alot, your body can use the sodium, but anything is better than junk food.
Reply:Hi,





I've tried so many different diets in the last 10 years that I can say now, they don't work!


A few months ago, I came across a great product for weight loss (it's actually a colon cleanse) and like many others I was skeptical about it. But I really wanted to lose weight and I tried it (it's 100% natural). The results were excellent. I lost about 20 pounds in 2 months with this detox. That's why I recommend you check this product at http://www.thin-quick.us where they have a free trial and you only pay $4.95 shipping and handling.


Good luck!
Reply:who cares? they taste great