Seeds are the new nuts

This year, health experts, foodies, and families alike are turning to seeds as the new superfoods — small but mighty!

An excellent source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals and with so many varieties now readily available at the supermarket — 2022 is the year to give these tiny treats a go! Not sure how to use them? No worries — we’ll talk you through all the ways you can swap in or add seeds to anything from your mid-afternoon snack to familyfriendly dinners and everything in between. When consumed as part of a healthy diet, seeds can help promote heart health, support strong bones, and even improve blood sugar — so let’s get started shall we?

First things first, when stored correctly (in an airtight container in the pantry), seeds can last for over a year, so stock your pantry with a wide variety so you can easily start adding them to everything. The options available are endless but some of our favourites include hemp, poppy, chia, sunflower, and pomegranate seeds.

Now, on to the most important meal of the day – a healthy breakfast can kick start your metabolism and help your body burn calories throughout the day. So, why not make the most of your early morning bites by blending chia, flax, and hemp seeds into your go-to smoothie combination. Even easier? Simply sprinkle some chia seeds over your oats. Feeling peckish? If you’re between meals or want a pick-me-up snack before the gym, try out a bite-sized, seed-filled energy ball. Making your own at home is easy — simply combine oats, flaxseed, honey, peanut butter, and chia seeds and hand roll into balls. Store in the fridge or freezer for safe-keeping and grab one anytime you need a boost.

At your next family dinner be sure to superfood your salad by adding pepitas and sunflower seeds for a complementary crunch, or toss sesame and poppy seeds straight into your stir-fry. These seeds are all nutrient-dense, making for a great source of magnesium, iron, zinc, and fibre.

Like these ideas? There really is no limit to what you can do so don’t be afraid to try something new and grace every meal with extra nourishment — it all starts with a seed!

Pomegranate seeds (Arils) +

Pepitas (pumpkin seed s )

Check out your supermarket health food section to see what’s available

Chia seeds

Sunflower kernels