White sesame, black sesame, topping grains that many people love. The fragrant smell increases appetite and is full of benefits. But did you know that white sesame and black sesame are rich in benefits, omega fatty acids, and calcium!

Sesame seeds are a herbaceous plant that many people know and eat regularly, including white and black sesame seeds, whether used in cooking, desserts, or, most easily, sprinkled in vegetable salads or cooked rice mixed with sesame seeds, or what is familiar is soy milk mixed with black sesame seeds. In addition, it is popular to extract oil for use in cooking, โปรโมชั่น ufabet which will make the food smell good and increase appetite.

Nutritional value of white and black sesame seeds

• Antioxidants  sesamin, sesamolin and sesamol help reduce free radicals in the body, allowing organs to function properly, especially the liver, brain and heart. They also help nourish hair, scalp and skin.
• Protein and the amino acid methionine are essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own.
• Unsaturated fatty acids make up 80 percent of all fat. They include omega-3, omega-6, oleic acid, and linoleic acid. Therefore, they can help reduce blood cholesterol levels and prevent coronary artery disease.
• Dietary fiber , phytosterols, which help reduce cholesterol levels in the blood and help improve high blood pressure symptoms.

Is the calcium in black and white sesame different ?

According to medical data, both white and black sesame have similar nutrients. However, the most obvious difference is the “calcium” in black sesame, which is much higher than in white sesame.

• 100 grams of white sesame seeds contain 90 milligrams of calcium.
• Black sesame 100 grams, calcium 975 – 1,469 milligrams

However, black and white sesame are plants that have oil as the main component, providing energy up to 650-700 kilocalories per 100 grams, so it should be consumed in the right amount, or about no more than 1 tablespoon (15 grams) per day. It also has medicinal properties and is used as a mild laxative. However, you should eat in moderation, choose to eat sesame that is freshly roasted, not rancid, and a variety, choosing to eat all 5 food groups, and exercise regularly.