Know Your Food Plate: Sesame Seeds (Til)

Introduction

Sesame seeds are tiny seeds rich in oil and minerals, widely used in Indian sweets and cooking.

Key Nutritional Components and Benefits

• Rich in calcium, iron, and magnesium

• Contains sesamin and sesamol – antioxidants

• High in healthy fats
  

Health Benefits

• Strengthens bones

• Regulates blood pressure

• Improves skin elasticity

• Balances hormones
  

References

Bansal, P. (2022). Sesame Seeds: Ancient Nutritional Source. Ayurvedic Nutrition Journal, 5(3), 72-78.