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Open Sesame Oil

JoAnn Guest

Aug 30, 2002 20:00 PDT

 

 

When you think of sesame oil, think of longevity.

 

The Chinese think so highly of this oil that they have included it as a mainstay

in their cooking for hundreds of years.

 

In traditional Chinese medicine, sesame oil is revered as both an

agent for endurance and physical stamina as well as a powerful antioxidant that

may promote long life and sustained good health.

 

That longevity nod also relates to sesame's shelf life. Thanks to

two naturally occurring preservatives in the seed, sesamol and

sesomoline, sesame oil resists spoilage due to rancidity for years.

 

In fact, sesame oil is so stable; it will not turn rancid even when it is kept

in the cupboard in hot climates.

 

While sesame oil doesn't include large amounts of omega-3 and omega-

6 fatty acids, it is rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty

acids. Unlike flaxseed oil, sesame oil can be heated and used in

cooking.

 

 

Vitamin Rich-

 

Sesame oil includes eight essential amino acids, minerals, *lecithin*,

B-complex vitamins and a fair amount of vitamin E.

 

In " The Nature Doctor, Dr. Alfred Vogel writes that " because these

vitamins and minerals are combined with highly unsaturated fatty

acids, they are directly transported to the cells and assimilated. "

 

Those fatty acids also provide the body with much-needed oxygen,

which is necessary for the proper digestion, assimilation, metabolism and

elimination of the foods that we eat.

 

Thanks to the high B-vitamin content of *lecithin

in sesame oil, this healing substance works wonders on the nerve endings while

it strengthens the nervous system at the same time.

 

Children especially can benefit from sesame oil, since the oil—as

well as the seeds—provide them with the support they need during their

growing years.

 

Sesame oil includeshigh-quality protein as well. It is easily

digestible and aids the liver in its job of sorting and sifting the

nutrients form the toxins in the blood.

 

In fact, in Chinese medicine, sesame oil and seeds are used as part

of the healing protocol for chronic liver degeneration.

 

But that's not all this wonderful oil can do for you. In china,

traditional medical doctors suggest using sesame oil in the diet to

 

relieve rheumatism, stiff joints, dry coughs and constipation.

 

Don't Overdose!

In fact, sesame oil is so effective at relieving constipation that

people who are prone to diarrhea are advised not to overdo their use

of sesame oil.

 

In addition, sesame oil is highly recommended for the elderly and

those with chronic degenerative diseases—especially when those diseases

affect the liver, nerves or a congested colon.

 

Because the oil is high in natural lecithin, sesame oil helps to

build and even rebuild a stressed nervous system.

 

It is also used to help alleviate depression and relieve stress.

 

Some nutritionists consider it a " brain food " , since sesame oil nourishes

and feeds brain cells.

 

External Uses as well-

 

Sesame oil isn't just popular as an internal healing food. It is

known the world over as a fabulous external remedy that tones the skin and

muscles as it prevents environmental damage and aging.

 

In Ayurvedic medicine—an Eastern form of ancient medicine considered

to be one of the oldest forms of healing—sesame oil is believed to

penetrate all levels of body tissue, including down into the bone

marrow!

 

Lynn Albers, owner of Vail botanicals in Eagle, Colorado, uses

sesame oil inthe base for many of her healing formulas and trusts its

ability to revitalize the skin and rejuvenate the body.

 

Albers suggests massaging sesame oil into your body every day from

the top of your head to the soles of your feet.

 

Not only may this help alleviate muscular and joint aches and pains.

The daily massage could bring stress relief as well.

 

The oil absorbs very well, and it takes very little to cover the body.

Says Albers, " I have found that, since using sesame oil as a full-

body massage every day, my joints and limbs are more supple and I don't have as

much joint pain. "

 

Skin sensitivity to sesame oil is rare, but it does happen to a

small percentage of the population. You will know if you have a

sensitivity to sesame oil if you notice a little reddening or a rash after

applying the oil.

 

If this occurs, discontinue use and the skin reaction will disappear.

 

Insomnia Aid-

 

In India, a sesame oil massage is given to people who tend towards

sleep disturbances. After a full-body massage with sesame oil, it has been

found that those individuals previously affected by insomnia or

frequent waking during the night were more likely to sleep through the night and

feel more rested in the morning.

 

The same effects have also been found when sesame oil is massaged

into the soles of the feet an hour or so before retiring. Try gently

warming the oil before use, since this tends to create a more soothing

effect.

 

Possible Sunscreen?

 

Sesame oil has been found to absorb 39 percent of radiation from the

sun. This would put the SPF protection at around three.

 

How to purchase Sesame Oil-

 

Lynn Albers feels that the best form of sesame oil for external and

internal use is the unrefined virgin cold-pressed variety.

 

If you can find an organic manufacturer, all the better.

 

Make sure you aren't purchasing the toasted culinary oil used in stir-frying if

you wish to use it externally.

 

Up to this point you may have thought sesame oil was only good for

stir-fried dishes.

 

Now that you know all of the good things it can do for you, you

maywant to purchase two bottles--—one for inside your body and one for the

outside.

 

Taken from:

" Amazing Natural Healing Oils! "

By Laurel Dewey

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