ORGANIC SESAME OIL, toasted, expeller pressed

Botanical Name: Sesamum indicumOrigin: MexicoProduction: This oil is obtained by pressing carefully toasted, whole sesame seeds and then filtering the liquid to remove undesirable particles resulting in a dark brown oil with the strong aroma and flavor of toasted sesame seeds. This oil is expeller pressed and it is not refined.Qualities: Sesame seed nutrients and benefits are still present in toasted sesame oil. Compared to raw sesame oil it contains primarily polyunsaturated (Omega- 6) and monounsaturated fat. However, the antioxidant activity of the natural occurring sesame lignans might be enhanced. Numerous health benefits have been attributed to sesame lignans including blood cholesterol reduction, oxidative stress attenuation, lipid metabolism modification, anti-inflammatory effects, and vitamin-E enhancement, among others. Tocopherols and other vitamin-E precursors are other nutrients present in this oil.Common Use: Toasted sesame oil is essential in oriental dishes. Its subtle