Sesame oil is an incredibly useful product that has a beneficial effect on human health. Therefore, sesame oil is actively used in folk medicine, dietology and cooking. On the beneficial properties and contraindications of sesame oil, and will be discussed below.
Composition and useful properties of oil from sesame seeds
Sesame oil contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic amino acids, as well as vitamins A , D, C, E and B, which are important for maintaining health and beauty. Sesame oil helps normalize the hormonal balance, improve the condition of the skin and hair, and confront amenorrhea in those who adhere to a strict diet.
Also sesame oil is rich in bioactive (phytosterols, phospholipids, antioxidants) and minerals (zinc and calcium, potassium and phosphorus, iron and manganese). Very popular sesame oil in cooking. Essential oils are present in the product, due to which it has a slight nutty taste, which can improve the quality of ordinary dishes. The result of exposure to receptors is a faster saturation and, as a result, consumption of less food. It is worth noting that sesame oil is not suitable for frying, as it will lose a large number of its useful properties when heated.
The composition of fatty acids in sesame oil:
- omega-6 fatty acids - about 42%;
- omega-9 fatty acids - about 40%;
- saturated fatty acids - about 14%;
- all other components - about 4%.
Sesame oil, being one of the main components of dietary nutrition, perfectly restores muscles, which is especially important for those who aspire to lose weight as quickly as possible. The thing is that people who have normally developed musculature are much less likely to obesity, even if they have enough abundant food.
For 100 grams of the product there are almost 600 calories. Despite the relatively high calorie content, sesame oil helps to lose weight. It includes a substance such as sesamin, which is often a component of modern fat-burning drugs.
Application of sesame oil
To improve intestinal peristalsis and satisfy hunger, it is necessary on an empty stomach to take 1 teaspoon of oil and drink 1 glass of warm water. Also sesame oil is an excellent alternative to butter, margarine, mayonnaise and other high-calorie additives. A massage using sesame oil will make the skin more taut and fresh. This product contributes to the normalization of the metabolism of fats, the neutralization of free radicals and the effective elimination of toxins.
Contraindications to the use of sesame oil
Useful properties of sesame oil are high, but the use of this product should be avoided with varicose veins, increased blood clotting, thrombosis, and individual intolerance to sesame. In addition, sesame seed oil can
Pregnant and lactating women should always consult a doctor before applying sesame oil. In this case, this product will not cause harm, only if there is a deficiency in the body of this substance.
Use sesame oil carefully and with dosage. Begin with a few drops, gradually increasing this amount to the recommended daily allowance - 2-3 tablespoons.