Fats are one of the most important sources of human nutrition, and in a balanced diet, about 30% of the body’s calories are usually provided by these substances. In general, fats can be divided into two categories: vegetable and animal. Animal fats are the most important sources of cholesterol. In recent decades, the consumption of various vegetable oils has increased with the increase in public awareness of the harmful effects of cholesterol and animal fats. Vegetable oils, unlike animal oils, contain higher amounts of unsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids have several functions, including helping to grow and protect organs such as the brain, eyes, and heart.
Benefits of sesame oil
One of the most widely used and well-known examples of vegetable oils is sesame oil, which is extracted from sesame seeds and contains a large amount of oleic acid (omega 9) and linoleic acid (omega 6), vitamin E, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Below are some of the benefits of consuming sesame oil.
Heart health
Sesame oil contains high amounts of omega 9 and omega 6 fatty acids, which reduce bad blood cholesterol (a factor affecting heart disease). Research also shows that a diet containing these healthy fats also reduces the risk of heart disease. In addition, the appropriate amounts of sesamin and sesamulin in sesame oil lead to improved heart function.
Diabetes
High fat consumption, especially saturated fats, causes coronary heart disease, which is one of the main causes of death in people, especially type 2 diabetics. Sesame oil contains large amounts of unsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, which are suitable for diabetic patients, and on the other hand, it contains lignans with antioxidant properties and vitamin E. The results of medical research show that consuming sesame oil significantly reduces fasting blood sugar and glycosylated hemoglobin in type 2 diabetic patients. The findings of a study conducted in 2006 on diabetics with hypertension proved that consuming 35 grams of sesame oil per day for a month and a half significantly reduces plasma glucose and hemoglobin levels.
Improves digestive function
Including sesame in your diet and consuming its oil daily will gradually treat constipation and regulate the digestive system and intestines for defecation. Sesame seeds soften the contents in the intestines and make them easier to expel. Ardeh, which is ground sesame, also has the same properties as sesame in relieving constipation and can be used as a laxative. Consuming 1 to 2 tablespoons of sesame oil per day or using it to prepare various foods and salads will, over time, treat constipation and prevent the problems caused by it.
Bone strength
Sesame seeds and oil have positive effects on bone strength due to their abundant antioxidants such as sesamin, sesamolin and sesamol, minerals such as calcium, magnesium and zinc, and unsaturated fatty acids.
Strengthening Skin and Hair
Sesame oil, in addition to cooking, is also used in the preparation of cosmetics and health products and has the greatest effect on skin and hair, which is why it can be called a beauty oil. Sesame oil contains large amounts of vitamin E, which can protect skin cells from damage caused by environmental factors such as ultraviolet rays, pollution and toxins. Sesame oil is rich in nutrients needed by the body and hair, so adding sesame oil or seeds to meals can help maintain healthy hair.
Improving brain function and preventing Alzheimer’s disease
Sesame oil contains a unique antioxidant called sesamol. Since this compound has very strong antioxidant properties, it is stable against oxidation. Oxidative stress caused by the destructive function of free radicals is one of the important factors in causing memory disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, which antioxidants can have a protective effect against. Among the benefits of sesame oil, one can mention improving memory function. It has also been observed that consuming sesame oil plays a role in reducing the incidence of Parkinson’s disease and, by improving the function of nerve cells and facilitating the transmission of messages between them, increases neural activity and learning ability.
In the meantime, preparing sesame oil that is produced with modern science and is provided to the consumer in a hygienic and high-quality manner is of particular importance, because it is necessary to benefit from the benefits of sesame oil to take advantage of these things. Oghab halva Company has been operating in the field of sesame products for years, and sesame oil is one of the company’s products. Oghab halva Company’s products, backed by more than eighty years of production experience, are currently exported to more than 30 countries around the world. Therefore, in line with the increasing desire of people to consume sesame oil, it is necessary to raise public awareness about choosing a reputable brand in this field, because the use of various oils, in addition to having no beneficial effects, can also be harmful to health. It is hoped that healthy nutrition will be institutionalized as a correct culture among all members of society.