The benefits of fresh and fragrant sesame porridge

Sesame contains vitamin E, vitamin B1, linoleic acid, protein, sesame sugar, polypentose, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other minerals and various rich nutrients. Among them, vitamin E, which is the most abundant and the main component, is often called the vitamin that prevents aging. It has a good effect on improving blood circulation and promoting metabolism. There is also unsaturated fatty acid linoleic acid, which has the function of regulating cholesterol, and is therefore called "the nutrient source for eternal youth."

In addition to sesame, there are many foods containing linolenic acid, but none of them is as effective as sesame. It is just because sesame contains both linolenic acid and vitamin E. The coexistence of the two not only prevents the disadvantage of linolenic acid being easily oxidized, but also plays a synergistic role, enhancing the therapeutic effect on arteriosclerosis and hypertension.

Chinese medicine has a high level of understanding of the medicinal uses of sesame, calling it a tonic that has the effects of nourishing blood, moistening the intestines, promoting the production of body fluids, promoting lactation, and nourishing hair. It is suitable for symptoms such as physical weakness, premature graying of hair, anemia and sallowness, insufficient body fluids, dry stools, dizziness and tinnitus. It is reported that black sesame is effective for chronic neuritis and peripheral nerve paralysis. Since sesame oil has the effect of lowering cholesterol, it is beneficial for patients with vascular sclerosis and hypertension.

Sesame leaves can treat heatstroke and dizziness. When you are thirsty, you can pick a handful of fresh sesame leaves, brew them with boiling water, and drink them instead of tea. It has the effect of clearing away heat and quenching thirst. For arthritis pain, you can use 100 grams of sesame leaves, wash and chop them, and decoct them in water. Sesame roots have anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects. To treat hives and pruritus, you can take a few sesame roots, decoct them and wash the affected area.