Health Benefits of Sesame (Linga) Seeds and Oil
Posted on Monday 18 April 2016
Health Benefits of
Sesame (Linga) Seeds and Oil
By Apolinario Villalobos
- Complements Vegetarian Diet – the oil has 4.7 grams/ounce
of protein which is a great supplement to a strict vegetarian diet.
- Promotes Oral Health – the oil helps remove dental plaque and boosts oral health. Swishing
the oil diluted in water around the inside of mouth, aside from removing
the plaque, also whitens the teeth.
- Prevents Diabetes and Reduce Blood Pressure – The magnesium in the oil has been found to prevent diabetes,
aside from lowering BP and plasma glucose in hypertensive diabetics.
- Promotes Healthy Heart – The “sesamol” in the oil prevents atherosclerotic lesions,
being an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, aside from being an
anti-atherogenic.
- Protects DNA from Damage due to Radiation – The same “sesamol, previously mentioned, protects the DNA
from being damaged caused by radiation.
- Prevents Cancer – The “phytate”
in the sesame seeds oil has
anti-cancer properties.
- Provides Relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis – Copper, a mineral known as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant is
found in sesame seeds. The mineral helps in reducing pain and swelling
that cause arthritis, aside from strengthening blood vessels, joints
and bones.
- Relieves Constipation – Sesame seeds are rich in fiber, which is known to pave way for
a healthy digestive system and a healthy colon.
- Strengthens the Respiratory System and Prevents Asthma – Magnesium is also found in sesame seeds, and which is important
in strengthening the respiratory system, as well as, helps in preventing
the airway spasms that cause asthma.
- Promotes Healthy Skin and bones – Sesame seeds have zinc which is an essential mineral in the
production of collagen that helps the skin regain its elasticity, aside
from helping in the repair of damaged tissues in the bones. Externally,
the oil can sooth burned skin and prevent skin disorder.
Suggestions:
- A drop
or two of sesame seeds oil can be added to instant noodles, salads and
vegetable dishes to enhance their taste and aroma.
- “Sesame rice” can be prepared by adding a
few drops in the newly steamed rice and flavoring it with chopped onions
and soy sauce to taste. The oil can also be added to fried rice to enhance
its delectable fragrance as it has the tendency to overwhelm the smell of
onion and garlic.
- “Sesame
seeds oil” can be prepared at home by roasting ordinary sesame seeds
bought in the wet market and soaking them in olive or canola oil. Use a glass
jar or wide-mouthed bottle for storage.
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