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Ayurveda Medicinal Properties of Sesame Seeds

Sesame is one of the best oil crops in the world and also among the oldest. This crop is widely grown in China, India and many other tropical countries. It is known for its rich and nutty flavour and has gained a lot of popularity as a kitchen ingredient or essential in many countries. According to Ayurveda, sesame is described as a crop of immense medicinal value. It is commonly known as ‘ til ’ in Hindi and referred by the same name in Ayurveda as well. The following are some of the most important Ayurveda medicinal properties of sesame. 1. According to Ayurveda, sesame is heavy to digest and increases the moistness of the tissues. It has high potency and also tastes sweet. Both the seeds and the oil are used for many medicinal purposes. 2. Sesame normalizes vata and vitiates pitta and kapha. This crop has properties of yogavahi which is a substance which has a quality of penetrates the deepest tissues. When the seeds are processed with some of the other herbs then it norma...

The Nutritional Profile of Black Sesame Seeds

Black sesame seeds are a kind of sesame seeds which are black in color and are commonly used in many cuisines across the world. Besides being known for their nutty taste and coffee like aroma,  black sesame seeds  have a strong nutritional profile and are packed with numerous health benefiting vitamins, minerals, and other elements. These seeds are full of fiber and antioxidants and are often labeled as a ‘superfood’. Due to the presence of so many amazing nutrients, these seeds showcase anti-aging benefits as well. To know the nutritional profile of black sesame seeds in detail, you can go through the following given information. •  Iron and B Vitamins Black sesame seeds are packed in with a lot of iron and B Vitamins, both of which are essential for the health. Both iron and B Vitamins help to boost memory, lower likelihood of premature greying and rewind signs of aging. Having sesame seeds on a regular basis is thus recommended. •  Magnesium and calciu...

Differences Between Black Sesame and Natural White Sesame Seeds

Domesticated about 3000 years back, sesame seeds are one of the oldest oilseed crops out there and continue to surprise us by their versatility, uses, nutritional value and taste. These nutty and crunchy little kernels are packaged with amazing nutrients which can prove amazing for the health. Sesame seeds are low glycemic foods which are a wonderful source of dietary fiber, antioxidants and potential anti-cancer properties as well. The two of the most popular varieties of sesame seeds available to man include  black sesame seeds  and natural white sesame seeds. Both these varieties have health-promoting properties but differ on a few grounds. The following is a detailed variation and points of differences between black and natural white sesame seeds. Appearance The most obvious and identifiable difference between the two is the difference in their colour. As the names very well suggest, black sesame seeds are black in colour whereas the white sesame seeds are white...

Four Commonly Used Varieties of Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds  are believed to have originated in India and date back to 1600 BC. Ever since they were first originated, they have proved to be excellent for human health. They are loaded with many useful nutrients and minerals which work for the body in many ways, preventing many health conditions and boosting the overall health. But since there are many different kinds of sesame seeds, the benefits too may vary from variety to variety.  India ranks amongst the major sesame seeds exporter around the world. This is why; we have brought to you a list of the four commonly used varieties of sesame seeds. Hulled Sesame Seeds This is one of the most common and healthiest varieties of sesame seeds.  Hulled sesame seeds  are basically those kinds of sesame seeds from which the outer husk or hull has been removed. While this process of removing the husk is practiced by many sesame seeds manufacturers, the process, machinery and skill used to do so may vary greatly...