Health Benefits of Sesame Seed

Health Benefits of Sesame Seed

Nutritive Value : Per 100 gm.

• Vitamin A : 15 I.U.
• Vitamin B : Thiamine 1.07 mg.;
• Niacin : 2.7 mg.;
• Also contain Vitamin E : amount unknown
• Calcium : 580 mg.
• Iron : 5.2 mg.
• Phosphorus : 308 mg.
• Potassium : 360 mg.
• Fat : 24gm.
• Carbohydrates : 10 gm.
• Protein : 9 gm.
• Calories : 280

Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds 
1. Sesame seeds contain sesamin and sesamolin, substances that is believed to prevent high blood pressure and protect the liver against damage.
2. Sesame seed is a good source of Vitamin E, that is why it can help strengthen the heart and the nervous system.
3. Sesame oil can help remove wrinkles and other skin diseases when applied externally.
4. The oil is also used to remove the milk like crust form on the face and head of an infant.
5. A large amount of sesame seed can help in increasing weight because it is high in calories.
6. Half cup of sesame seeds contains 3 times more calcium than half cup of whole milk.
7. It is valuable in removing intestinal worm and removing pus formation in the body.