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tanith Sat 16-Jan-16 17:04:52

I already eat seeded granary bread but think more seeds in my diet can only be good, but what to eat/buy?
I just find the whole thing confusing so any tips for what seeds I should be eating/buying? I'm thinking of sprinkling on my salad, stews, maybe porridge in the mornings.
Then I read something about washing them and then drying them again before using so is it safe to just buy and use? I thought I'd just buy a mixed pack and start from there but there are so many different choices I'd be grateful if someone points me in the right direction.

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LullyDully Sat 16-Jan-16 17:36:40

I don't think you need to wash them if they are in a packet. Aldi did do cheap nuts and seeds. Very good for you.

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durhamjen Sat 16-Jan-16 17:56:53

I eat them all the time and have never thought about washing and drying them.
I buy lots from Holland and Barrett; mixed omega 3 packs which include pumpkin, sunflower, and linseeds.
Sunflower and sesame are best for cooking. I use them in stir-fries to give crunch.
Pumpkin seeds can burn, so if you are using them in cooked food, cook first, then stir in the seeds off the heat.

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tanith Sat 16-Jan-16 18:42:03

Thanks both of you I do go to Lidl occasionally so can look there and I'll take a look in the Holland and Barrett too, thankyou. I thought washing them was a bit OTT..

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durhamjen Sat 16-Jan-16 22:09:43

By the way, if you go to Holland and Barrett, do not buy spirulina as well.
You have been warned by both Tegan and me.

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tanith Sat 16-Jan-16 22:13:06

Never heard of spirulina, I just want seeds I won't be buying anything else.

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