Sesame seed is the seed of the sesame plant (Sesamum indicum). Sesame seed has been used as a condiment and a source of edible oil for over 5,000 years. Its use is as common as topping a sesame seed hamburger bun, sprinkled on a wide variety of Asian dishes.
Sesame seeds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and other beneficial plant compounds. Regularly eating substantial portions of these seeds — not just an occasional sprinkling on a burger bun — may aid blood sugar control, combat arthritis pain, and lower cholesterol.
Benefits of Sesame seeds:
- Lower Your Cholesterol
- Fight Infections
- Aid in Diabetes Treatment
- Help Prevent and Treat Cancer
- Good Source of Fiber
- May Support Healthy Bones
- May Reduce Inflammation
- Good Source of B Vitamins
- May Aid Blood Cell Formation
- Rich in Antioxidants
Side effects:
- Sesame seeds are not consumed in the limit, they might cause blood glucose levels to drop below normal.
- Excessive consumption of sesame seeds can drop blood pressure to dangerously low levels.
- Fibre from sesame seeds can form a layer over the appendix, causing bloating and pain.
- Because sesame seed allergy is a prevalent type of allergy, it is recommended that you consult a doctor before including sesame-based items in your daily diet.
- Sesame seeds have a detrimental effect if ingested in large quantities, as more of them are stored in the stomach without being digested, perhaps leading to weight gain.
- Sesame seeds should be used with caution, and persons with gout should avoid them entirely, as sesame seeds contain oxalates, a natural substance that contributes to the aggravation of gout symptoms.
