What is tahini?, How is it produced?, What are the benefits? What is the nutritional value?, Is it harmful to consume too much? All the details are in our health corner…
WHAT IS TAHINI?
The main ingredient of tahini is sesame. Tahini is obtained by processing and crushing sesame seeds.. It is mostly consumed in winter months to protect the body from diseases such as colds and flu.. Contains vitamins E, C and B. In addition, It is a source of Phosphorus, calcium, iron, vitamin B1 and fiber.
The main ingredient of Tahini is Sesame.
BENEFITS OF TAHINI WHAT ARE IT?
- Prevents arteriosclerosis and clogging.
- It is diuretic.
- Beautifies the skin.
- Immunity It strengthens the system.
- It is vital for eye health.
- It is very useful in bone development, due to some substances in its structure.
- Reducing gallstones, shortness of breath and bronchitis It is known to be beneficial.
- It has the feature of increasing breast milk. It is effective in the development of children’s brain and intelligence.
- Provides protection against toxins created by heavy metals, toxic compounds, radiation and some drugs taken into the body.
- It has a positive effect on the prevention of memory loss due to aging (Alzheimer’s).
- Vitamin E is a very powerful antioxidant.. It gives energy to the body.
- Two tablespoons of tahini contains approximately as much protein as half a kilo of steak.
- The tahini, which has a unique smell, can be stored for a long time without being in contact with water.
- Rich in vitamins E, C and B. It prevents the deterioration of the cell structure. It accelerates the healing of wounds.
NUTRITIONAL VALUES: (Nutritional values for 1 teaspoon of tahini)
- Calories: 89
- Total fat: 7.95 g / 12%
- Saturated fat: 1.113 g / 6%
- Polyunsaturated fat: 3.485 g
- Monounsaturated fat : 3.002 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg / 0%
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Potassium: 69 mg
- Carbs: 3.22 g / % 1
- Fiber: 0.7 g / % 3
- Protein: 2.61 g
- Vitamin A: 0%
- Vitamin C: % 1
- Calcium: %2
- Iron: %4
CONSUMING TOO MANY TEAGUES CAN CAUSE SOME PROBLEMS!
- Consumed in large amounts, tahini can cause unwanted weight gain and may cause unhealthy weight gain.
- Consumed in excess amount, tahini can cause colon cancer.
- Again, tahini, which is consumed in large quantities, causes anaphylaxis, that is, some allergic symptoms.. The effects of anaphylaxis can be experienced in the form of wheezing, hypertension, and chest tightness.
- Consuming too much tahini may cause health problems such as diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea.
NOTE: tahini is prohibited for diabetics.. If you have diabetes, therefore, consume tahini and its derivatives very little.
25 December 2016