Is it bad to eat an entire sunflower seed? A detailed look at the risks and benefits
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According to the National Sunflower Association, the fibrous hulls of sunflower seeds are not meant to be eaten and should be spit out. So, **is it bad to eat an entire sunflower seed**? While accidentally swallowing a few small shell pieces may not cause major harm, habitually consuming the indigestible shells can lead to serious digestive complications.