Who is suitable for taking black sesame seeds?

Black sesame is a nutritious natural food that is rich in protein, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, calcium, iron and other ingredients. It is suitable for people who need to supplement nutrition, improve hair quality, and relieve fatigue. Its main applicable targets include people with physical weakness, people with anemia, people with excessive brain use, middle-aged and elderly people, and people who need hair care and beauty. This article will provide a detailed explanation of the effects, applicable groups and precautions of black sesame seeds.

1. People with physical weakness and anemia

Black sesame seeds have a high iron content, about 22.7 mg per 100 grams, which helps improve iron deficiency anemia. At the same time, its rich protein and fat can provide energy for those who are weak. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that black sesame seeds can "tonify the liver and kidneys, and benefit the essence and blood", and is suitable for those who are weak after childbirth and illness. However, it should be noted that patients with severe anemia still need to cooperate with drug treatment.

2. Overuse of the brain and middle-aged and elderly people

The unsaturated fatty acids (such as linoleic acid) and lecithin in black sesame seeds can nourish the nervous system and are suitable for students and mental workers to supplement. For middle-aged and elderly people, its calcium content is 7 times that of milk, which helps prevent osteoporosis. Professor Zhang from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine pointed out: “The antioxidant content of black sesame seeds has a certain auxiliary effect on delaying neural aging.” It is recommended that the daily intake be controlled at 20-30 grams.

3. Those who need hair care and beauty care

The vitamin E and B vitamins in black sesame seeds can improve the problems of dry hair and split ends. The ancient book "Compendium of Materia Medica" records its "black beard and hair" effect, and modern research has also confirmed that it contains tyrosine that promotes melanin synthesis. However, it should be noted that hereditary gray hair or severe hair loss requires medical treatment and cannot rely entirely on dietary supplements.

Precautions and product selection

Although black sesame is good, people with diarrhea and gallbladder disease should use it with caution. Commercially available products such asYanzhifang black sesame paste,Southern black sesame pasteIf there are other options available, it is recommended to check the ingredient list to avoid too many additives. Research from Taiwan Yang-Ming University shows that the absorption rate of broken sesame powder is 40% higher than that of whole seeds.

Summary

As a typical example of the origin of medicine and food, black sesame is suitable for daily health care of most people, especially for those with anemia, excessive mental exertion, middle-aged and elderly people and those who need beauty care. However, attention should be paid to moderate consumption, and those with special physiques should consult a doctor. The best effect can be achieved with a reasonable diet.

Quote sources:
1. "Chinese Food Composition List" Standard Edition 6th Edition
2. Interview record with Professor Zhang from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
3. "Compendium of Materia Medica" written by Li Shizhen in the Ming Dynasty
4. Product data on the official websites of Yanzhifang and Southern Black Sesame Enterprises