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In addition to spring cleaning the house, it’s the perfect time to clean up your diet and get ready for warmer weather!

While they do contain their fair share of fat and calories, sunflower seeds are packed with essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Consumed in moderation, they can be an important part of a healthy, high-energy diet.

You might be surprised to learn that maple syrup actually has more uses and nutritional benefits than something that’s just flavored sugar (basically, corn syrup and a bunch of other bad stuff). We look into some sweet facts and uses for this tasty Canadian treat.

Here are six convincing reasons why spring greens are worth a nibble for their numerous health benefits!