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Nutrition Facts

Sesame seeds are extensively used in culinary as well as traditional medicines worldwide; this is because the seeds are high on preventive, nutritive, and curative properties. These seeds are rich sources of phytonutrients such as omega-6 fatty acids, flavonoid phenolic anti-oxidants, vitamins, and dietary fiber with potential anti-cancer as well as health-promoting properties.

Sesame seeds also contain essential minerals such as zinc, copper, magnesium, and calcium. The seeds are a rich source of several vitamin B complexes, antioxidants, fibre, and protein, making them a part of every healthy diet.

The nutritional information of 100 g of sesame seeds are given below

• Energy – 563 kcal
• Carbohydrates – 25 g
• Dietary Fiber – 16.8 g
• Fats – 43.3 g
• Protein – 18.3 g
• Calcium – 1450 mg
• Iron – 9.3 mg
• Phosphorous – 570 mg
• Copper – 2.29 mg
• Zinc – 12.20 mg