Sesame seeds are used in the preparation of various sweets, fruits combined with cream or cereals, raw vegetable platters, chickpea meatballs, and in bakery and pastry products.

Raw sesame seeds, which are available in health food stores, are a rich source of calcium and are recommended for women undergoing menopause. They have properties that improve joint stiffness. For individuals with anemia, their iron content can facilitate natural recovery.

Even during dieting, sesame seeds contribute to a feeling of strength and balance. The lecithin they contain helps reduce cholesterol and, in men, reduces male infertility due to the zinc it contains.