Abstract
Tila (Sesamum indicum L.) consists of dried seeds of Sesamum indicum Linn. (Fam, Pedaliaceae), a rich source of edible oil. It is belonging to the family Pedaliaceaeis cultivated throughout the plains of India. Most of the oils used in Ayurvedic medicines has sesame oil as a base. Sesame was a major oilseed in the ancient world because of its ease of abstraction, its great stability, and its drought resistance. Sesame seeds have an excellent nutritional value. The seeds are especially high in copper, manganese, calcium, and magnesium. Tila is having Guru, Snigdha guna, madhu rasa, ushna veerya and having Madhur Vipak. The Bhavaprakasha Nighantu de- scribes three types of Tila seeds, viz., black, white and red. Black and white among white variety sesame seeds contain more quantity of lignin compounds. The black sesame seeds are rich in B vitamins and iron. It is also rich in calcium and zinc. These minerals help to support healthy bones, muscles, blood, and nervous system. Keywords: Tila, Rasa, Veerya, Sesamum indicum, Sesame.
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