Introduction: Black sesame, commonly known as "hu ma", "zhi ma", or "you ma". Black sesame is rich in fat and protein, and also contains nutrients such as carbohydrates, vitamin A, vitamin E, calcium, and iron. Black sesame is both a medicinal and edible herb, known for its effects of "nourishing the liver and kidneys, replenishing the five organs, benefiting essence and blood, and moistening the intestines," and is regarded as a nourishing treasure.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that black sesame has the effect of replenishing qi and essence, nourishing the liver and kidneys, and moistening the intestines. It can be used to treat dizziness, blurred vision, premature graying of hair, soreness in the lower back and knees, limb weakness, dry skin and brittle hair, and intestinal dryness and constipation caused by insufficient essence and blood in the liver and kidneys. Modern research has confirmed that the vitamin E content in black sesame is the highest among plant-based foods. Vitamin E can promote cell division, delay cell aging, prevent anemia, activate brain cells, and enhance memory, playing a role in strengthening the brain, improving intelligence, and prolonging life.
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Three effects of black sesame:
1. Lowering Blood Pressure
The causes of hypertension are multifaceted, and a very important one is a high-salt diet. Nutrition experts recommend that each person's daily salt intake should not exceed 6 grams, but in real life, the vast majority of people cannot achieve this. Therefore, a high-potassium diet is highly recommended, as one of the main functions of potassium after entering the human body is to promote the excretion of sodium. Black sesame is rich in potassium, with high potassium content per 100 grams and much less sodium. The ratio of potassium to sodium content is close to 40:1, which is very important for controlling blood pressure and maintaining heart health.
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2. Nourishing and Moisturizing Hair
Modern research has shown that the main cause of white hair is the reduced secretion of melanin by melanocytes in the hair follicles, and the decrease in the number of tyrosinase is one of the pathological mechanisms. Studies have found that the aqueous extract of black sesame can increase the number of tyrosinase, thereby increasing the amount of melanin synthesized, and white hair can turn black again.
3. Nourishing the Skin
Research suggests that reducing the production of free radicals, clearing aging metabolic products, and increasing the activity of antioxidant enzymes are effective methods to delay skin aging. The natural vitamin E in black sesame is rich in content, ranking first among plant-based foods. Vitamin E is a good antioxidant, and proper supplementation of vitamin E can have a moisturizing and beautifying effect on the skin.
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