Tahini or tahina is one thing that is both healthy and tasty. It seems that it is impossible to fit a pack benefits into one tiny sesame seed, but nature knows how to surprise, and we know how to preserve everything that it has created. It is now a staple ingredient in almost every home in Israel, and is also vegan.

A spoonful of these tiny seeds contains 60 mg of omega-3 fatty acids and 3.5 mg of omega-6 fatty acids that help improve digestive functions. Sesame seeds are also considered brain and heart healthy. High in minerals like calcium, copper and phosphorus, they give a boost to digestion and prevent nerve issues. Just 100g of tahini contains 10mg of zinc which is 70% of your daily zinc intake. All of the minerals and nutrients we need to keep us healthy can be better absorbed when eating smooth seed butters (or spreads).