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What does sesame have?
Sesame is also known as flax, oil hemp and so on. Sesame belongs to the corn in the grain. The ancient evaluation of sesame was "among the eight valleys, but this is the best."

Sesame per 100g contains protein 2 1.9g, fat 6 1.7g, calcium 546mg, phosphorus 368mg, and the iron content is staggering, reaching 50mg, ranking first among all kinds of cereals, oils and foods.

It also contains glycerides such as oleic acid, linoleic acid and arachidic acid, as well as sesamin, sesamol, vitamin E and lecithin. Among them, unsaturated fatty acids such as oleic acid and linoleic acid and a large amount of natural vitamin E have the effect of delaying aging. Sesame is rich in lecithin, which has the functions of strengthening the brain, preventing premature graying and shedding of hair, keeping hair moist and beautiful and skin elastic. Sesame is a good calcium supplement food.

Chinese medicine believes that sesame has the functions of replenishing essence, benefiting marrow, enriching blood, nourishing liver, tonifying kidney, moistening intestine, promoting lactation and nourishing hair, and is a good product for human health care.