Sesamin Botanical resource: Sesamum indicum L Description: light yellow or white powder Specification: 10%-98% Sesamin 10%-20% Sesamin (water soluble) Test Method: HPLC Standard: Enterprise Stanfard Sesamin, a magic component in sesame seeds represents strong antioxidation in life body resulting in multiple physiological functions: 1. Liver guard Sesamin is a non-competitive inhibitor of ªñ5-desaturase, It inhibits the conversion of DGLA to arachidonic acid, and consequently decreases the formation of proinflammatory 2-series prostaglandins. 2. Antioxidation Sesamin helps protect blood vessels by scavenging free radicals and ensuring efficient nutrient and oxygen delivery for healthy brain function. 3. Antihyprtensive Sesamin induces nitric oxide and decreases endothelin-1 production in HUVECs, possible implications for its antihypertensive effect.