Black Sesame Seeds Description from Organic Traditions
Black sesame seeds have a rich history with references made as far back as Babylonia and Ancient Egypt. They are considered to be a staple food in both traditional Ayurvedic medicine and in the Asian herbal tradition. According to traditional Asian herbal medicine the seeds are associated with the liver and kidney meridians. Black sesame seeds are an excellent source of whole food calcium and high in fiber. Low in carbohydrates and sodium, this gluten free superseed makes the perfect delicious salad or soup topper.
| Nutrition Facts | ||
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| Serving Size: 3 tbsp Servings Per Container: 8 |
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| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value** |
| Calories | 150 | |
| Total Fat | 12g | 18 |
| -Saturated Fat | 2g | 10 |
| -Trans Fat | 0g | |
| -Monounsaturated Fats | 5g | |
| -Polyunsaturated Fats | 5g | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0 |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0 |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7g | 2 |
| -Dietary Fiber | 7g | 25 |
| -Total Sugars | 0g | |
| –Includes 0g Added Sugars | 0 | |
| Protein | 5g | |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0 |
| Calcium | 410mg | 30 |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8 |
| Potassium | 135mg | 4 |
| ** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. † Daily Value not established. |
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Allergens: Sesame. Packaged in a facility with the following allergens present: tree nuts.
USDA Organic – Kosher
Ingredients:
Organic Black Sesame Seeds
Manufacturer’s Directions
Organic Traditions Black Sesame Seeds have a rich, nutty flavor. Add them to smoothies, desserts, baked goods, yogurt, salads, soups, stir-frys and vegetable dishes. Create a delicious seed butter. Make tahini or halva. The flavor can be enhanced by toasting them.
California Prop 65 Warnings
WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.
