Sesame and Date Health Bar Recipe Video
Sesame seeds help lower "bad" cholesterol.They contain two special types of fiber "sesamin" and "sesamolin"which help prevent high blood pressure and helps to protect against cardiovascular disease.
Sesamin is a powerful antioxidant in its own right and has been shown to protect the liver from damage.The seeds are particularly rich in copper,which may be of use to arthritis sufferers because it is thought to have an anti-inflammatory action, reducing pain and swelling.
The sesame seed also contains the minerals iron,zinc,calcium and potassium in varying quantities.
Ingredients
1 cup raw walnuts or raw almonds
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 1/2 cups pitted dates
1 1/2 cups raisins
1/8 tsp. sea salt (optional)
Directions
1. Pulse all ingredients in food processor until mixture holds together when pressed.
(just long enough so it holds together without turning into a paste.)
2. Press mixture into 9-inch square pan,and chill. Cut into squares to serve
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(just long enough so it holds together without turning into a paste.)
2. Press mixture into 9-inch square pan,and chill. Cut into squares to serve
This video is a creation of thehealthnut. You can visit thehealthnut for complete recipes, and more videos.
