The major producer of sesame seeds in India are W.Bengal, Gujarat, Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. Sesame is one of the oldest oilseed crops. It is an oil-yielding crop, with oil content of 4o to 5o%. Sesame is a very good source of protein, helps in preventing diabetes, reducing blood pressure, lowering cholesterol, aids digestion, alleviates anaemia; sesame seeds protect liver from alcohol, helps in preventing wrinkles, bone health and prevents osteoporosis.
Benefits
High Protein; Cardiovascular Health; Anti-Cancer Properties; Digestive Health; Respiratory Health; Oral health
Remedy for
Diabetes, Anemia, Cholesterol
Nutritional Values (Mg per 100 gm)
Carotene –Â 60 mg
Thiamine –Â 1.01 mg
Riboflavin –Â 0.34 mg
Niacin –Â 4.4 mg
Folic acid –Â 51 mg
Copper –Â 2.29 mg
Manganese –Â 1.32 mg
Zinc –Â 12.2 mg
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