They also provide a beneficial substance called sesamin, found to support healthy cholesterol and protect the liver. (dailybenefit.com)
Some animal studies have also found Sesamin to have antioxidant properties, and may also help to lower high blood pressure. (bodybuildingforyou.com)
The sesame seed lignan sesamin has been found to reduce breast tumor area in rats with hormone receptor positive (ER + / PR +) tumors. (foodforbreastcancer.com)