Is eating black sesame seeds beneficial for vitiligo?
Disease description:
These past two days, I noticed several areas of my skin turning white. My doctor diagnosed me with vitiligo. I heard that consuming black sesame seeds might be beneficial—can eating black sesame seeds help with vitiligo?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Consuming black sesame seeds offers multiple benefits for patients with vitiligo. Black sesame seeds are rich in vitamin E and B-complex vitamins, which help promote the growth and repair of skin cells, thereby improving the skin condition of vitiligo patients. They also contain essential trace elements such as copper and zinc. Copper aids in melanin production, while zinc enhances skin immunity, helping prevent the progression and recurrence of vitiligo. Additionally, black sesame seeds contain antioxidant substances such as sesamin and sesamol, which help eliminate free radicals, reduce oxidative damage, and protect skin health. Therefore, moderate consumption of black sesame seeds is beneficial for vitiligo patients, although care should be taken to avoid excessive intake.
