By Shreya Goswami
They may be tiny, nutty in taste and usually come in white and black colours, but sesame seeds are quite the superfoods. Here are all the benefits you can gain by eating more sesame seeds.
Sesame seeds are packed with fibre and can help improve bowel movements and digestion.
Studies show that sesame seeds help lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body.
Rich in magnesium, sesame seeds can help lower blood pressure levels in those with hypertension.
Packed with calcium, oxalates and phytates, sesame seeds can keep bones grow stronger.
Protein- and antioxidant-packed, sesame seeds can give your immunity a boost while fighting infections.
Chock full of iron, copper and vitamin B6, sesame seeds can improve blood cell formation.
Sesame seeds are packed with selenium, a mineral that helps regulate the thyroid hormones.