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Antioxidant

Sesamum indicum Extract (Sesame Seed Extract, 70% Sesamins)

Also known as: sesame seed extract, sesamin, sesamol, Sesamum indicum

C
Evidence

Sesame seed extract standardized to 70% sesamins is a plant lignan concentrate with preliminary evidence for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Most human evidence remains limited, with potential benefits primarily demonstrated in animal models and small clinical studies.

Primary uses

  • Antioxidant support
  • Anti-inflammatory support
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Lipid metabolism support

How it works

  • Potent antioxidant activity via free radical scavenging
  • Inhibition of lipid peroxidation
  • Modulation of inflammatory cytokines
  • Potential enhancement of antioxidant enzyme activity (SOD, catalase)

Dosage

Typical range
50-200 mg daily (based on sesamin content)
Timing
With meals for optimal absorption
With food
Recommended; sesamins are fat-soluble compounds
Duration
Typically used continuously; effects may require 4-8 weeks of consistent use
Special populations
Pregnant/nursing women should consult healthcare provider; limited safety data in these populations

Forms

  • Capsule· 70/100
  • Powder· 70/100
  • Extract· 70/100

Safety

Common side effects

  • Generally well-tolerated at typical doses
  • Rare: mild gastrointestinal upset
  • Rare: allergic reactions in sesame-sensitive individuals

Contraindications

  • Sesame allergy or sensitization
  • Use with caution in patients with bleeding disorders (theoretical risk based on animal data)

Evidence notes

Sesamins have substantial in vitro and animal model evidence for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Human clinical trials are limited in number and sample size; most available studies involve small cohorts or focus on sesame oil rather than standardized lignan extracts. Grade C reflects preliminary but promising evidence lacking robust large-scale RCT confirmation.

Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.

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