Sesame seeds also known as Til, is mainly grown for its seed and
oil. It is packed with various nutrients and fibre and can be
beneficial to add in your daily diet. Sesame seeds can be
consumed roasted, crushed or sprinkled over
salads.
Sesame seeds and Sesame seed oil can be used for cooking and
might be useful in managing cholesterol as it helps maintain the
level of good cholesterol (HDL) and lowers bad cholesterol (LDL)
in the blood. Sesame seeds also helps reduce blood glucose levels
due to its anti-diabetic activity.
As per Ayurveda, consuming raw Sesame seeds helps to correct the
digestive fire by reducing Ama due to its Ushna
nature.
Sesame seed oil helps in the management of arthritic pain and
inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
properties. Massaging your joints with Sesame seed oil reduces
the pain and inflammation. Sesame seed oil is beneficial for the
skin and applying it on the face overnight makes skin soft and
tightens it due to the presence of antioxidants. Its application
also promotes wound healing due to its antibacterial and
antifungal properties.
It should be noted that Sesame seeds/oil or its supplements may
cause allergic reactions in some people. So, it is advisable to
consult your doctor if you experience any allergic reaction after
consuming Sesame seeds.Sesame
seeds and Sesame seed oil have anti-arthritic, anti-inflammatory
and antioxidant properties. A bioactive compound present in
Sesame seeds known as sesamol is responsible for inhibiting the
production of pro-inflammatory chemicals. It also reduces the
production of reactive oxygen species. Due to these properties,
Sesame seeds or Sesame seed oil may help in reducing the pain and
inflammation associated with arthritis
