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Black Sesame Seeds

Seeds · Oil Seeds · per 100 g

A nutrient-packed seed providing healthy fats, fiber, and essential minerals. Small but powerful addition to any diet.

Nutrient density 8.5GI LowAllergen: Sesame

Macronutrients

Calories573 kcal 29% DV
Protein18 g 35% DV
Carbohydrates24 g 9% DV
Fat50 g 64% DV
Fiber12 g 42% DV
Total sugars0.3 g no %DV*
Sodium11 mg 0% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg 0%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.3 mg 2%
Vitamin K0.0 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.79 mg 66%
Riboflavin B20.25 mg 19%
Niacin B34.5 mg 28%
Vitamin B60.79 mg 46%
Folate B997 µg 24%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium975 mg 75%
Iron15 mg 81%
Magnesium351 mg 84%
Phosphorus629 mg 50%
Potassium468 mg 10%
Zinc7.8 mg 71%
Selenium5.7 µg 10%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 tbsp9.0 g
1 oz28 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

Calcium — Calcium supports bone density

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

Add to post-workout smoothies. Chia seeds can be pre-workout energy (chia pudding 1h before)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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