Organic Sesame Oil, Cold Pressed, Raw
- Botanical Name: Sesamum indicum
- Certified Organic
- Ingredients: 100% sesame seed oil
- Origin: USA
General Information
Botanical Name: Sesamum indicum
Certified Organic
Ingredients: 100% sesame seed oil
Origin: USA
Production
Origin: USA
Production: Sesame oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds and then filtering the liquid to remove undesirable particles.
Qualities
The unique nutrients in sesame seeds are well preserved present in this raw, unrefined oil. It contains primarily polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. The natural occurring sesame lignans, which help the antioxidant process, have been attributed to have numerous health benefits including blood cholesterol reduction, oxidative stress attenuation, lipid metabolism modification, anti- inflammatory effects, and vitamin-E enhancement, among others. Tocopherol and sesamol, both vitamin-E precursors, are the main antioxidants present in this oil.
Common Use
Extra virgin sesame oil has a mild, pleasant taste, and it is widely used as a salad oil and as a cooking oil in many Asian cuisines. It is also well known as an ayurvedic massage oil due to its high content of linoleic acid, and its anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Ingredients
100% Organic Sesame Oil, Cold Pressed, Raw
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, dark place in airtight container. This product is light-sensitive.
Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA or CFIA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
