This oil is obtained by pressing the seeds of a herbaceous plant that grows in India and Africa, which has been given the scientific name Sesamum indicum.
Sesame seed oil keeps well thanks to the antioxidants formed during roasting of the seeds.
Rich in unsaturated fats, it's a natural source of linoleic acid. As part of a varied, balanced diet and a healthy life-style, linoleic acid helps to maintain normal blood cholesterol levels.