Sesame seed is tiny in size, yet is big in value. It contains protein, unsaturated fatty acid, several minerals and Vitamins, calcium, iron, phosphorous, etc. and being titled as one of the world’s healthiest foods!
No matter white or black, sesame seed’s medicinal values has been highly praised since Chinese ancient times and added to many dishes. Recorded in Compendium of Materia Medica, the most complete and comprehensive medical book ever written in the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) published in 1593, sesame seed can “nourish the internal organs of the body in general (the heart, liver, spleen/stomach, lungs, and kidneys), replenish “Qi” (essential energy), strengthen muscle, and support bone marrow and brain.”
According to TCM, sesame seed has bittersweet taste and “neutral in nature.” It is a good source of copper, calcium, and zinc which is excellent for bone health by providing strength and elasticity in bones and joints, and preventing bone loss. Sesame seed also has high levels of iron that not only enriches blood, but also prevents anemia. Thanks to its high magnesium content, it can ease vascular and respiratory related illnesses such as high blood pressure, coughing, and gasping. Among all the common nuts and seeds, sesame seed has the highest total content of phytosterols, compounds that are reportedly can reduce blood levels of cholesterol and even enhance the immune system.
What’s more, eating sesame seeds also can nourish liver. It is because a unique substance called “Sesamin” has also been found in sesame, which is a material belongs to a group of unique beneficial fibers that is able to protect the liver from oxidative damage.
In fact, aside from herbal medicines, TCM Practitioners suggest that people suffer from relatively minor health problems such as anemia, dizziness result from high blood pressure, or just have a weak constitution (a weak constitution is one who has an increased susceptibility to sickness, whereas a strong constitution is one who is able to endure substantial pressure without falling sick) may simply add more sesame seeds to their diets and have their health improved.
Here is an easy and fun one to start with: “Hats” Salad (Honey Apple Tomato Sesame Salad).
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