Sesame seeds also called til in Hindi. Its scientific name is sesamum indicum. It is native to both India and Africa. Sesame seeds are also grown widely in Nigeria, Sudan, and Ethiopia.
It is one of the oldest oilseed crops in the world that have been cultivated over more than 3,500 years old. Sesame seeds have a nutty flavor and can be purchased both shelled and unshelled seeds. Sesame seeds belong to the family of the Pedaliaceae family which is a tall herb. Depending upon the variety or strain of the sesame plant they come in various colors. Sesame seeds are produced 3.85 million metrics tons every year. Size of sesame seeds is very small about 3-4mm long and 2mm wide. Sesame seeds are very rich in vitamins and minerals. It contains omega-6 fatty acids, dietary fiber. There are many health benefits of eating sesame seeds like protecting against diabetes, heart attack, arthritis, cancer. It also lowers blood pressure, strengthens bones, and improves fertility in males. It also helps with dental care, stress, and depression.
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