A lot is said about the benefits and harms of seeds. What to believe is up to you. However, with the fact that the seeds spoil the teeth, you can hardly argue with just a few facts.
The habit of chewing on seeds is considered by many to be a kind of calming activity that helps to withstand daily stress. However, if you are used to chewing seeds with your front teeth, you need to seriously think about the health of your teeth. Very often, patients come to the clinic with a request to improve the aesthetics of the front teeth, the lower edge of which has literally worn off, including because of a favorite habit. Modern means for the restoration of teeth make it easy to correct any defects, but why allow them? In addition, cleaning the seeds with your teeth leads to a weakening of the enamel and an increase in its sensitivity. In turn, the enamel, which does not have time to recover and strengthen under constant mechanical action, is easily affected by cariogenic bacteria. Agree, caries on the front teeth will not decorate a smile at all.
A few words about the composition of seeds. The main characteristic of seeds is their high energy value. Half a cup of seeds contains as many calories as a whole bar of chocolate. This means that the seeds should not be consumed by people who are prone to fullness. But this is a great option for athletes.
Seeds are rich in vitamins D, F, A, E, B, amino acids and unsaturated fatty acids, tannins, carbohydrates. In addition, seeds are a source of minerals: iron, selenium, zinc, fluorine, copper, iodine, manganese, potassium. Due to the unique composition, the seeds have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the cardiovascular system, strengthen muscles and really calm the nerves. All this applies only to unpeeled seeds. Seeds stored without shells lose their beneficial properties.
As you can see, seeds are a useful product when two conditions are met: consume in small quantities and in no case gnaw with your front teeth. If you can’t give up this habit, clean the seeds by hand, and remember that it is important to observe the measure in everything.