Sesame is an annual plant whose fruits are similar to small bolls. These capsules are filled with small seeds of various colors. Sesame seeds have a delicate and aromatic taste. Sesame has many beneficial properties and is used for both cooking and medicinal purposes.
What are sesame seeds useful for?
Sesame contains a large amount of oil, which includes organic acids, fatty acids, glycerol esters, triglycerides. The useful composition of seeds contains amino acids, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins A, B, E, C, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, etc., as well as dietary fiber and lecithin.
Sesamin, a substance found in the seeds of the plant, is a powerful antioxidant. Sesamin is useful for the prevention of cancer and lowers blood cholesterol levels. The substance phytin helps to restore the balance of minerals in the body. Thiamine helps to normalize metabolism, stimulates the nervous system, vitamin PP, which is part of sesame seeds, is needed for the digestive system to function.
Eating sesame seeds improves the condition of hair and nails, improves blood composition. Calcium found in sesame is indispensable for bones, in the treatment of joint diseases. Sesame is especially useful for women over the age of 45, since it contains phytoestrogen, this substance is a substitute for female sex hormones.
Sesame seeds are contraindicated for people suffering from urolithiasis, increased blood clotting, thrombosis and thrombosis.
How to consume and store sesame seeds
To get the most out of sesame seeds, consume it soaked or slightly warmed up. The seeds need to be eaten, chewing thoroughly, if they are pre-soaked, this will be much easier to do. In addition, soaked sesame seeds are much better absorbed by the body. You need to consume no more than two to three teaspoons of seeds per day.
Sesame seeds, fried and added to any food, are just a fragrant seasoning that lacks many of the beneficial properties.
Unpeeled sesame has more beneficial properties than peeled sesame, and it also has a longer shelf life. Store unpeeled seeds in an airtight container in a dark, dry and cool place for about three months. Keep the peeled sesame seeds in the refrigerator.
How sesame oil is used
Oil is made from sesame, which is used in medicine for the manufacture of plasters, emulsions, ointments, since it improves blood clotting. This oil can be drunk as a laxative. It has emollient and moisturizing properties. According to cosmetology experts, sesame oil is an excellent tool for normalizing the protective properties of the skin and stimulating its recovery. It is great for removing makeup and massaging.
