A concentrate of energy
Looking for an ingredient to carry you through a busy day? Organic sesame seeds are your secret weapon. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids and in protein, they provide lasting energy — at the office, on the trail, or at the gym.
Their magnesium has much to do with it: 351 mg per 100 g, or 94 % of the nutrient reference value. Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Tip
Add organic sesame seeds to your home-made energy bars, or scatter them over a porridge bowl with organic dried mango.
Support for your heart
Sesame fats are overwhelmingly unsaturated, chiefly linoleic acid. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.
The seeds also bring 7.8 mg of zinc per 100 g: zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
A tasty idea: scatter toasted organic sesame seeds over salads or roasted vegetables for an irresistible crunch.
Bones: a mineral line-up few foods match
This is where sesame is most impressive, by some distance. With 975 mg of calcium per 100 g, it exceeds a whole day’s reference value — a rare thing for a plant food. Calcium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and to the maintenance of normal teeth. Magnesium goes with it: magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
Let us be precise about quantities, because this is where many articles cheat: nobody eats 100 g of sesame. A tablespoon weighs about 10 g and therefore brings close to 100 mg of calcium — the equivalent of a small pot of yoghurt. Two tablespoons a day over a dish is not nothing.
An idea: add organic sesame seeds to smoothies or yoghurt, or grind them into tahini so the calcium is better released.
Skin and hair, nourished from within
After a natural glow? Sesame provides 4.1 mg of copper per 100 g, four times the daily reference value: copper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues and contributes to normal skin and hair pigmentation.
Its zinc completes the picture: zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, normal hair and normal nails.
Sesame is also used in traditional cosmetics, notably in Asia, where its oil nourishes skin and hair. Beauty tip: blend organic sesame seeds with honey for a gentle scrub.
Iron, the argument nobody expects
With 14.6 mg of iron per 100 g, sesame again exceeds the daily reference value — more than most red meats weight for weight. Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, contributes to the normal function of the immune system and contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body.
Particularly useful in vegetarian meals — and a good reason to serve sesame with a source of vitamin C, a squeeze of lemon for instance, which helps absorption.
Comfortable digestion
Sesame seeds are high in fibre, and fibre satisfies: enough to avoid snacking between meals. Their crunch and nutty taste make them a natural addition to almost any dish.
Suggestion
Work organic sesame seeds into home-made bread, vegetable bowls or soups for a nutritious, flavourful touch.
Where these figures come from
The values quoted come from published reference data for whole dried sesame seed. They describe the species and give a reliable order of magnitude; a particular batch may vary slightly. The wordings in bold are those authorised by Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, and the thresholds applied are those of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Why choose our organic sesame seeds?
Our organic sesame seeds are grown without pesticides or chemical fertilisers, with respect for the environment and for the growers. Their unprocessed quality guarantees an authentic flavour, perfect for sweet or savoury recipes. In 100 g bags, they slip easily into your kitchen to lift dishes from breakfast to dinner.
Choosing our organic sesame is a choice that is good for you, for the planet, and for farming communities.
Make room for organic sesame
Calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, zinc: organic sesame seeds line up a set of minerals that few foods bring together. Their versatility and their crunch make them an essential of a flavourful kitchen.
Want to try? Order them from our organic sesame seed page and share your sesame ideas with us.
