Can black sesame seeds improve gray hair?

Jul 29, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Sun Lianqing

Introduction

In general, whether black sesame seeds can improve gray hair depends on the specific circumstances. For a small amount of gray hair caused by nutritional deficiencies or mental stress, moderate consumption of black sesame seeds may have a certain improving effect; however, if the gray hair is caused by genetic factors or aging, it may be difficult to improve. To better maintain hair health and reduce the occurrence of gray hair, moderate consumption of black sesame seeds can be beneficial in daily life.

Generally speaking, whether black sesame seeds can improve gray hair depends on the specific circumstances. For a small amount of gray hair caused by nutritional deficiencies or mental stress, moderate consumption of black sesame seeds may have a certain improving effect; however, if the gray hair is caused by hereditary factors or aging, improvement is difficult. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If gray hair results from long-term nutritional imbalance, lack of vitamins, minerals, or factors such as significant mental stress and irregular作息 (作息 should be translated as "sleep patterns" or "lifestyle routines"), and only a small amount of hair has turned gray, moderate consumption of black sesame seeds may help improve the condition. Black sesame seeds contain nutrients such as protein, B vitamins, iron, and zinc, which can provide nutritional support to hair follicles, assist in maintaining normal melanin synthesis in hair, and long-term moderate consumption may have a certain auxiliary effect in reducing gray hair.

However, when gray hair is caused by genetic factors or appears naturally with aging as a physiological phenomenon, consuming black sesame seeds is unlikely to improve the condition. These situations are related to the decline in melanocyte function within hair follicles or genetic factors, representing natural physiological processes that black sesame seeds cannot reverse. Relying solely on dietary intake is unlikely to change the condition of gray hair.

To better maintain hair health and reduce the occurrence of gray hair, it is recommended to consume moderate amounts of black sesame seeds daily, combined with other nutrient-rich ingredients such as walnuts and black soybeans. Maintaining regular作息 (作息 should be translated as "sleep patterns" or "lifestyle routines"), avoiding excessive fatigue and mental stress, and maintaining a balanced diet with sufficient protein and vitamins can help preserve hair follicle health and delay the increase of gray hair.

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Can people with gallbladder polyps eat black sesame seeds?

In general, patients with gallbladder polyps can consume black sesame seeds, but only in moderation. Intake should be controlled—no more than a small handful per day—to avoid excessive fat consumption, which may increase the burden on the gallbladder. It is preferable to eat black sesame seeds by chewing them directly or mixing them into porridge, and processed products that are fried or contain large amounts of added sugar should be avoided. Patients who also have cholecystitis or gallstones should take extra caution.