Vinod K Dhote

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) has potential to promote wound healing due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties: - SesamolA lignan found in sesame seeds, sesamol is a main antioxidant in processed sesame oil. It can be applied topically to the skin, where it can rapidly cross skin layers and be absorbed into the bloodstream. - Sesame oil extractContains lignans like sesamin and sesamolin, which have antioxidant activity. Sesame oil extract may have wound-healing properties due to its antioxidant capacity and ability to scavenge free radicals. - Sesame seeds and oilWhen applied topically or administered orally, sesame seeds and oil can increase the breaking strength, dry weight, and hydroxyproline content of granulation tissue.