Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Sesame oil has been used traditionally in various systems of medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, to support circulation and cardiovascular health. In Ayurveda, sesame oil is believed to have "warming" and "penetrating" qualities, and oil massages (abhyanga) with sesame oil are said to promote blood flow and alleviate symptoms associated with poor circulation. However, the scientific evidence supporting these claims is limited. While sesame oil contains compounds such as sesamin and vitamin E that have antioxidant properties and could theoretically support vascular health, there is little direct clinical evidence demonstrating that sesame oil, whether applied topically or consumed, significantly improves circulation in humans. Most available studies focus on cholesterol management or anti-inflammatory effects rather than direct measurements of blood flow or circulation. Thus, while there is a long history of traditional use for this purpose, robust scientific validation is lacking, and the evidence rating for its use in supporting circulation is low.

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