Sesame Seed Oil
A well-established body of research shows that a diet rich in unsaturated fats is good for heart health . Sesame oil comprises 82% unsaturated fatty acids . In particular, it’s rich in omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat that is essential to your diet and plays an important role in heart disease prevention.
Research in rats suggests that sesame oil may help prevent heart disease and even slow the development of plaque in your arteries. In fact, it may lower your cholesterol levels when used in place of oils high in saturated fats. A 1-month study in 48 adults found those who consumed 4 tablespoons (59 ml) of sesame oil daily had greater reductions in LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides, compared with those who consumed olive oil.