did you look at what KIND of fat they contained? Did you see it was primarily poly-unsaturated fat?
a.k.a. healthy fat?
in moderation they are fine. but if they are roasted and salted, you better watch your sodium intake.
Facts: Sunflower seeds, hulled, unroasted
Amount Per 1 oz, hulled (142 seeds)
Calories 161.6
Calories from Fat 126.48
Total Fat 14.05g 22%
Saturated Fat 1.47g 7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.28g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.68g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0.851mg 0%
Potassium 195.33mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 5.32g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2.98g 12%
Protein 6.46g