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sesame oil

Also listed as: Huile de sésame, Sesamöl, Aceite de sésamo, Olio di sesamo, Óleo de sésamo

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Sesame oil is an antioxidant-rich vegetable oil that improves endothelial function, blood pressure, and lipid profiles in patients with metabolic risks.

Recommended safe frequency
dailySafe for culinary use; provides high amounts of oleic and linoleic acids.
weeklyExcellent source of heart-healthy unsaturated fatty acids.
monthlySafe to consume.
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed Oilslow
Body systems impacted
  • Heart / Cardiovascular
  • Metabolic / Pancreas
Regulatory status
  • FDAGenerally recognized as safe (GRAS) food ingredient
  • EFSAPermitted culinary oil and cosmetic ingredient

PubMed References

Primary Research

Sesame oil consumption exerts a beneficial effect on endothelial function in hypertensive men(2013)

PubMed (PMID 23753993)→

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is sesame oil bad for you?

Sesame oil is an antioxidant-rich vegetable oil that improves endothelial function, blood pressure, and lipid profiles in patients with metabolic risks.

What does sesame oil do to your body?

sesame oil primarily affects: Heart / Cardiovascular, Metabolic / Pancreas.

How often is it safe to consume sesame oil?

Daily: Safe for culinary use; provides high amounts of oleic and linoleic acids.. Weekly: Excellent source of heart-healthy unsaturated fatty acids.. Monthly: Safe to consume..

What products contain sesame oil?

sesame oil is commonly found in food products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains sesame oil.

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