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Organic Seeds at Naturally Good Food

We like to offer a full range of organic seeds, most of which are to Soil Association Organic standard, we pack many of the seeds ourselves and can offer many size combinations, with a standard 10% case discount on all purchases.

Included in our seed range are :

Pumpkin

Sesame

Sunflower

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If you are interesed in seeds, you may also want to consider some sprouting seeds, and also the Sprouters Handbook for some good ideas and tips. Our full seed range is contained on this page, just scroll up for the product range and down for a quick guide to the various seeds on offer, if you just want to see our bulk range of seeds.

Organic Seeds some basics

Seeds are a great source of minerals they are also high in polyunsaturated fats and calories. For protein Pumpkin, sesame and sunflower seeds are best. Seeds contain iron, magnesium and zinc. Pumpkin seeds a good for the omega 6 and 3 fats and sesame seeds are a good source of calcium, with sunflower seeds are an important source of vitamin E. With some of the smaller seeds for example linseed and sesame a couple of seconds in a grinder is not a bad idea, just to break them up a bit or they can just "pass right" through, if you are buying the best organic seeds then you need to get the most out of them.

Don't forget not only are seeds really good for you then can add an extra texture to your cooking, you can add them to stews, salads, casseroles and of course your breakfast cereal.

The Organic Seeds we sell

As you can see from our selection below we stock the a great variety of organic seeds in a variety of sizes.

Alfalfa - Alfalfa is high in protein, calcium, plus other minerals, vitamins in the B group, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K. Our Alfalfa seed are organic and you can buy a small bag, or for an added saving buy a large 2.5kg bag.

Flaxseed/Linseed - Flax seeds are a rich source of fibre and omega 3 fatty acids and very low in carbohydrates. To get the most out of flaxseed donÂ’t forget to grind them before use.

Use - Flaxseeds can be added to many dishes including smoothies and shakes, fruit and yogurt or mix into pancake or muffin batter (you may need a little extra water due to Flaxseeds high fibre content). I normally add it as a sprinkle over my breakfast fruit, ground with Pumpkin and Sunflower seeds.

Available -our Flaxseed/Linseed comes in ground form labelled Flaxseed and whole labelled as Linseed our Linseed comes in a variety of sizes.

Hemp - Whole hemp seeds are approximately 34% carbohydrate, 31% fat and 25% protein. The fat is in the form of a 75-80% polyunsaturated oil in a balance of 3:1 Omega 6 to Omega 3 (a really good balance). Hemp protein also contains all 20 known amino acids.

Use -Hemp Seed Oil can easily be added to many dishes.

Availabilty - see sell organic Hemp seeds in a variety of sizes up to 25kg.

Pumpkin - Pumpkin seeds contain most of the B vitamins together with C, D, E and K. Pumpkin seeds also contain the minerals calcium, potassium, niacin and phosphorous. Pumpkin seeds are best eaten raw, but they will toast very well in a cast iron pan and are especially good with a little soya sauce.

Use - Pumpkin seeds can of course be eaten raw, sprinkled on cereals they are also good roasted at added to soups and salads, this brings out their nutty taste, but has the downside of destroying the fatty acids. Pumpkin seed oil can be used as a salad dressing in combination with honey and olive oil.

Availability - we sell Organic Pumpkin seeds in a range of sizes from 100g to 2.5kg, if you can't see the size you want please contact us.

Sesame - Sesame seeds are a good source of copper and manganese and a good source of calcium for those avoiding cowÂ’s milk, sesame seeds are also a good source of magnesium, iron, phosphorus, thiamin (vitamin B1), zinc and dietary fiber. Sesame seeds contain lignans, including the unique sesamin and sesamolin which have been shown to reduce cholesterol. The nutrients of sesame seeds are better absorbed if they are ground or pulverized before consumption, as in Tahini.

Use - Sesame seeds can be used to add texture and flavour bread, rolls, crackers and salad dressing and sprinkled on to some Sushi. Ground and processed, the seeds can also be used in sweet confections.

Availability - we sell organic sesame seeds in a variety of sizes upto 2.5kg.

Sunflower - Sunflower seeds are a good source of Vitamin E, they also Magnesium and Selenium.

Use - Sunflower seeds make a good healthy snack, you can toast them if you like. Sunflower seeds go well with Tuna or Chicken and can add be added to a green salad.

Availability - we sell Organic sunflower seeds in a variety of sizes to suit all needs.

Try Sprouting Organic Seeds and Beans

Organic seeds for sprouting

If you have never tried sprouting organic seeds or beans then now is a good time to try, it is really easy with lots of different tips and hints on the web, or you can buy the Sprouting Book from us and some armed with Sprouting Trays off you go.

There are lots of different reasons to sprout your own organic seeds, including :

It is much cheaper to sprout your own organic seeds.
It is easier, you can always have the sprouts you want, when you want them.
You get the freshest sprouts possible, direct from your sprouter to your plate.
Maximise the benefit of your organic seed purchase.
Measure your food miles in inches, the best possible option for the environment.
Minimum packaging, no trays or bags to throw away.
Fun and educational, if you have children it is a great way to introduce them to growing their own food. It is quick, easy and you can do it in your own kitchen.

Organic Seeds Recipe Ideas

Organic seeds can be used in endless recipes, but if you are stuck in where to start you could try :

	Couscous Salad -Crazy Jack Couscous salad.
	Tamari roasted sunflower seeds - Tamari roasted sunflower seeds.
	Pumpkin crunchy cereal - try making your own cereal, try varying the ingredients to get just the cereal you want.

Organic Seeds Hints and Tips

Below you will find some simple hints and tips to use with your organic seeds :

Seeds and weight loss – don’t forget that seeds are calorie dense, so if you are looking to lose weight just watch too many seeds organic or not that you eat.
Next time you make some burgers (vegetable, chicken, beef or lamb) try adding some organic seeds to the mixture.
Add organic pumpkin seeds to a healthy stir fry.
If you buy a pumpkin donÂ’t throw the seeds away, especially if your pumpkin is organic.
If you make your own bread try adding organic seeds or sprinkle them on the top, great taste and added texture.
Be creative, try adding organic seeds to your favourite foods and see where you get. Perhaps a few seeds in yogurt.
Use toasted sesame seeds combined with tamari and crushed garlic as a dressing for salads, noodles or vegetables.
Mix some ground seeds in a banana milk shake made with ripe bananas.
Use ground sunflower seeds as a dusting for meat in place of flour.