Sesame Natural

Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that grow in pods on the Sesamum indicum plant. Unhulled seeds have the outer, edible husk intact, while hulled seeds come without the husk. The husk gives the seeds a sandy brown hue. The huskless seeds are white in color but turn brown when roasted.

Sesame seeds have many potential health benefits and have been used in folk medicine for thousands of years.

They can protect against heart disease, diabetes and arthritis. A 3-tablespoon (30-gram) serving of sesame seeds provides 12% of the RDI for fiber, which is vital for your digestive health. Fiber is known to support digestive health. In addition, growing evidence suggests that fiber may play a role in reducing the risk of heart disease, certain cancers, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

Sesame seeds may help reduce heart disease risk factors, including elevated triglyceride levels and "bad" LDL cholesterol.

Sesame seeds — especially the hulled seeds — are a good source of protein, which is an essential building block for your body. Sesame seeds are high in magnesium, which can help lower blood pressure. Plus, their antioxidants can help prevent plaque build-up.

Whole sesame seeds are particularly rich in nutrients vital for bone health, including calcium. Soaking, roasting or sprouting sesame seeds can improve the absorption of these minerals.

Οι σπόροι σουσαμιού μπορεί να βοηθήσουν στην καταπολέμηση των φλεγμονών. Η μακροχρόνια φλεγμονή χαμηλού επιπέδου μπορεί να διαδραματίσει ρόλο σε πολλές χρόνιες παθήσεις, συμπεριλαμβανομένης της παχυσαρκίας και του καρκίνου, καθώς και στην καρδιακή και νεφρική νόσο.

Sesame seeds are a good source of thiamin, niacin and vitamin B6, which are essential for proper cellular function and metabolism.

Sesame seeds provide iron, copper and vitamin B6, which are essential for the formation and function of blood cells.

Sesame seeds may help control blood sugar because they are low in carbohydrates and high in quality protein and healthy fats. In addition, they contain a herbal compound that can help in this matter. The plant compounds and vitamin E in sesame act as antioxidants, which fight oxidative stress in your body. Sesame seeds are a good source of many nutrients that are important for immune system function, including zinc, selenium, copper, iron, vitamin B6, and vitamin E.

Sesamin, a compound in sesame seeds, may help reduce joint pain and support mobility in knee arthritis.

Sesame seeds are good sources of nutrients — such as selenium, iron, copper, zinc and vitamin B6 — that support thyroid health.

Phytoestrogens are compounds found in sesame that may benefit women going through menopause.

Sesame seeds can permeate many dishes, including salads, granola, baked goods and fries. Tahini and sesame flour are other sesame products.