Munchy Seeds introduce new Crunchy Bites, now available in Tescos and Waitrose! www.munchyseeds.co.uk

Calling out to all foody/health journalists! Munchy Seeds have been busy, Their latest, scrummiest and handiest snack are the new Crunchy Bites which have been in development for the past 9 months and have been much anticipated, now everyone can taste them! Available in Tescos and Waitrose and direct from www.munchyseeds.co.uk . The yummy and oh so nutritious ingredients consist of scrumptious crunchy dry roasted sweet apricot kernels and pumpkin & sunflower seeds with a dash of savoury sauce. Want to know the health benefits?? Apricot Kernals: These natural nutritious little nibbles are the seed of the Apricot, and, like all seeds are rich in protein and fat. The oil from the kernel has traditionally been used for its anti-spasmodic effect; it is said to bring relief to strained muscles and help to promote healing by boosting the immune system. Sunflower Seeds: This ‘super seed’has it all, protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Sunflower seeds are low in saturated fat, and contain a healthy combination of Omega 3, 6 & 9 essential fatty acids, crucial to the diet as the body cannot produce them itself – that’s why they’re called ‘essential’. These ‘good fats’ are vital for cell maintenance and helping to regulate blood clotting, blood pressure, immune function and reproduction It is the best source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that mops up harmful free radicals, protecting our cells and cell membranes from damage and reducing our risk of serious diseases such as heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. They are also high in folic acid, selenium, iron and zinc, which are all essential for a healthy happy body. Pumpkin Seeds: This ‘power pack’ seed is full of healthy benefits, Pumpkin Seeds are rich in amino acids, iron, protein, phytosterols and immune-boosting zinc. The rich source of essential fatty acids found in pumpkin seeds also helps to maintain healthy blood vessels, as do the plant compounds called phytosterols. They also contain phytoestrogens which are plant chemicals with a structure rather like the hormone oestrogen, which have been found to help with balancing women’s hormones, and also in helping to prevent heart disease. It also contains Tryptophan, an essential amino acid. Tryptophan has the ability to increase brain levels of serotonin, a so-called happy chemical which can help fight depression. If you would like to taste and feature these new fabulous, nutritious nibbles in your publication and would like to request a sample to try and high res images then please email Fran on fran@generatepr.co.uk or call Fran on 07545499254 / 01733 229333 . Always happy to endeavour your requests! Ideal for editorial, lifestyle, shopping, health, fitness, food, cooking and general news pages :) www.munchyseeds.co.uk

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