Sesame - Wikipedia Sesame seed is one of the oldest oilseed crops known, domesticated well over 3,000 years ago Sesamum has many other species, most being wild and native to sub-Saharan Africa
15 Health and Nutrition Benefits of Sesame Seeds Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that have been used in traditional medicine for millennia This article explains 15 health benefits of sesame seeds
8 Benefits of Sesame Seeds, Plus Facts and Nutrition - Health Sesame seeds are rich in protein and healthy fats, helping support blood sugar control Sesame's unsaturated fats may reduce heart disease risk People with a sesame allergy should avoid
Sesame - Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Sesame is an ancient oilseed, first recorded as a crop in Babylon and Assyria over 4000 years ago The crop has since spread from the Fertile Crescent of the Ancient Near East to be grown in many parts of the world on over 5 million acres
5 Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds - GoodRx Sesame seeds are rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and essential minerals These nutrients may help with cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar regulation You can eat sesame seeds raw or toasted Toasting sesame seeds not only enhances the flavor — it also boosts the antioxidant content
Sesame (Sesamum indicum L. ): A Comprehensive Review of Nutritional . . . Sesame (Sesamum indicum L ), of the Pedaliaceae family, is one of the first oil crops used in humans It is widely grown and has a mellow flavor and high nutritional value, making it very popular in the diet Sesame seeds are rich in protein and lipids and have many health benefits