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  Superfood Sesame Photo Credit: Pexels.com BY PRAMITA BOSE Sesame seeds are nutrient-rich in content and highly gainful for overall human health. The benefits of sesame seeds in winter are abundant. Nutritionist and CEO of Nutracy Lifestyle, Dr. Rohini Patil says: “ More people take ill due to flu with the advent of winters. Since sesame is chock-full with zinc, copper, iron and other vitamins, it can help one build a stronger immune system to fight infections and viruses, thus lowering chances of catching cold and cough or fever.” Additionally, sesame seeds contain essential minerals, the most important being magnesium. Sesame seed oil, when consumed naturally, helps relieve pressure on blood vessels, eventually lowering blood pressure. For healthy skin and hair, sesame seeds are highly recommended for consumption as they are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids. This apart, sesame supports the health of hair follicles, which facilitates growth and repair of damaged hair. Radhi...