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Pinch Toasted Sesame Seed
Toasted sesame seeds are tiny oil-rich seeds used as a garnish and seasoning, adding a nutty flavor and light crunch. Although often used like a spice in small amounts, they are botanically seeds.
Beneficial properties
source of healthy fats
contains plant protein
rich in minerals
provides lignan antioxidants
Nutritional highlights
Sesame seeds provide unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese, zinc, and lignans such as sesamin and sesamolin.
Conditions it helps with
High Cholesterol
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Weak Bones / Osteoporosis
Includes: Osteoporosis
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