Sesamin

polyphenol · cardiovascular · Oral

Sesamin, a polyphenol. Furofuran lignan from sesame seed oil. Inhibits Δ5-desaturase shifting fatty-acid balance toward DGLA; modest… Oral half-life 6 h.

Furofuran lignan from sesame seed oil. Inhibits Δ5-desaturase shifting fatty-acid balance toward DGLA; modest tocopherol-sparing effect. Trialed for blood pressure + lipid effects.