Vol. 11, Issue 9 (2022)

Author(s):
Priyanka Nagar, Mukta Agrawal and Kailash Agrawal

Abstract:
Oilseeds contain high amounts of macro and micronutrients. Sesame also known as Gingelly, Beniseed and til (Hindi) is one of the oldest and most extensively consumed oilseeds and is used in various food preparations in the form of seeds, oil, meal cake, and other by-products. Sesame has good content of iron, zinc, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, which are essential to our overall health due to their various nutraceutical, medicinal and pharmacological qualities. Sesame provides numerous health advantages, including hypocholesterolaemic, managing blood pressure, managing dermatological diseases, and many more. Sesame, a good source of micronutrients, can correct micronutrient deficiencies thus acting as a functional food to cater to every age group and the same has been reviewed.