Tahini nutrition
Fun fact! Tahini, a paste made from ground sesame seeds, is a rich source of phosphorous, manganese, thiamine, and vitamin B6. Click to read more!
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Tahini, a paste made from ground sesame seeds, is a rich source of phosphorous, manganese, thiamine, and vitamin B6. The paste may also have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties because 50% of its fat comes from monounsaturated fatty acids and it contains antioxidants called lignans that fight free radicals.
Source: Shoemaker, S. 9 Surprising Benefits of Tahini. Healthline. July 17, 2023. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/tahini-benefits#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2 (accessed 2025-03-27).
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