Sesame Minerals is produced from natural sesame seed hulls – the outer layer of sesame seeds where minerals are most concentrated. The manufacturer focuses on this part of the seed, which is rich in calcium and other trace minerals. Thus, the entire mineral content is 100% plant-derived.
A proprietary extraction method using fermented L-lactic acid removes natural absorption inhibitors like phytic and oxalic acids. The result is a mineral-rich solution containing bioavailable forms such as calcium lactate, which is spray-dried into a fine powder. No carriers or additives are used – the product is composed entirely of sesame minerals.
Free from synthetic ingredients, flavors, or fillers, Sesame Minerals is a clean-label solution that integrates seamlessly into formulations, offering a pure mineral complex without unnecessary excipients.
Sesame Minerals contains more than 15% calcium and a spectrum of natural trace minerals like magnesium, potassium, and sodium.
Why it matters:
The patented fermentation removes compounds that typically hinder calcium absorption. Studies show that calcium from Sesame Minerals is absorbed approximately twice as efficiently as traditional sources like oyster shell or calcium carbonate. This plant-based calcium is highly effective for vegan and vegetarian formulations.
Regular use of Sesame Minerals may: - Strengthen bones and teeth - Support cardiovascular, muscular, and nervous system health - Complement calcium and magnesium intake for improved well-being
This ingredient acts as a multifunctional mineral complex for daily support of essential body functions.
Calcium is an important mineral found in human bones and teeth. It is the most abundant mineral in the human body, accounting for 1–2% of body weight. 99% of calcium is found in bones and teeth, with the remaining 1% distributed in body fluids such as blood, muscles, and cells, where it regulates various bodily functions.
Calcium is a metallic element with atomic number 20, discovered in 1808 by British scientist Humphry Davy through the electrolysis of a mixture of lime and calcium oxide. The name “calcium” comes from the Latin word “calcsis,” meaning “lime.”
Calcium is considered the mineral most lacking in the modern diet, and its consumption has never reached the levels recommended by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, which is a cause for serious concern. The reasons for this deficiency are changes in the modern diet and a decrease in the calcium content of foods compared to the past.
The recommended daily intake of calcium for adult men is 650-800 mg, but the actual intake of calcium in men over 20 years of age is 497 mg. Similarly, the recommended daily intake of calcium for adult women is 650 mg, but the actual intake of calcium in women over 20 years of age is 492 mg, which is insufficient.According to the results of the 2010 National Health and Nutrition Survey in Japan, the average intake of calcium from dietary supplements and fortified foods is 3 mg for men and 7 mg for women, which is insufficient for both sexes.
Calcium is one of the nutrients with low bioavailability, and not all calcium contained in food is utilized by the body.
There are individual differences depending on gender and age, but in adults, the bioavailability of calcium in a normal diet is 20-30%. Milk is widely known as a product with a high calcium content, but the absorption of calcium from milk is about 40%. The high absorption of calcium from milk is probably due to its lactose and protein content. In addition, the absorption of calcium from small fish is about 30%, and from vegetables about 20%. Among vegetables, green vegetables such as spinach are considered to be foods with low calcium absorption because they contain oxalic acid, which inhibits calcium absorption. However, kale, which is used in green juices, contains virtually no oxalic acid, so its calcium absorption is considered to be the same as that of milk.
To build strong bones, it is necessary to ensure that they receive adequate nutrition. Calcium, magnesium, and collagen are particularly important elements that must be obtained from food.
The body strives to absorb the necessary nutrients in greater quantities, so during periods when their consumption is insufficient or the need for them is increased (for example, during pregnancy), absorption increases. During pregnancy, estrogen production increases, which promotes calcium absorption. During breastfeeding, estrogen production decreases, which can lead to a decrease in bone mass. Various food components and smoking also affect absorption.
Substances that promote calcium absorption include casein phosphopeptide (CPP), lactose, vitamin D, moderate amounts of protein, and difficult-to-digest oligosaccharides.
Substances that inhibit absorption include oxalic acid, phytic acid, excess protein, fat, phosphates, salt, caffeine, smoking, etc.
It is also necessary to maintain a balanced intake of calcium and magnesium. Magnesium, together with calcium, is involved in bone formation. The optimal ratio of calcium to magnesium is considered to be 2-3 to 1. Phosphorus is also a component of bones along with calcium, but when consumed together, it inhibits the absorption of calcium. Phosphorus is found in many foods, such as meat and fish, so it can be obtained in sufficient amounts from food.
Recently, due to the high phosphorus content in processed foods, there has been a tendency to consume too much phosphorus, so there is no need to specifically monitor your intake.
Collagen forms the framework of bones and provides elasticity, so it is recommended to take collagen together with calcium for bone health.
Active vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Vitamin D is found in fish, mushrooms, and other foods, and is also produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight. However, in its inactive form, it has no beneficial properties and only begins to work after being converted into its active form in the kidneys.
Active vitamin D also helps maintain calcium balance by releasing it from the bones into the blood when its concentration in the blood decreases. This helps maintain the balance of hormones that regulate calcium levels and enhances calcium deposition in the bones. In addition, in the kidneys, it promotes the reabsorption of calcium from urine and reduces its excretion from the body.
Calcium is a major component of bones and teeth and, together with phosphorus and magnesium, forms the basis of a strong body. Bones perform a very important function by supporting the body, ensuring good posture, and protecting internal organs. The structure of bones can be compared to a concrete building. The concrete part consists mainly of minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Collagen acts as a steel frame.
Calcium provides bone strength, while collagen provides elasticity. Bones also serve as a storehouse for calcium: when other parts of the body experience a calcium deficiency, the calcium stored in the bones is released into the blood to replenish the deficiency. This is why calcium in bones is called “reserve calcium.” Teeth are the hardest parts of the body and are made of calcium.
Bones are renewed daily, and processes of “bone formation,” in which new bone tissue is formed, and “bone resorption,” in which old bone tissue is destroyed, are constantly taking place inside them. It is important that these processes occur in a balanced state. However, if bones break down faster than new ones are formed, the amount of calcium in the bones decreases and they become porous, like a sponge. This is osteoporosis. Osteoporosis, in which bones become fragile, leads to an increased tendency to fall and break even with minor impacts.
Prevention is especially important for older people, as fractures resulting from falls are the main cause of loss of walking ability. To prevent this, it is extremely important to increase the amount of calcium in the bones during youth. Bone formation peaks at around the age of 20, and after the age of 35, the absorption of calcium by the bones becomes more difficult.
Women are particularly prone to osteoporosis. Female hormones promote calcium absorption in the small intestine and bone formation, but after menopause, the production of female hormones (estrogen) decreases, leading to a sharp decrease in bone density. Recently, not only young women but also older women have been suffering from calcium deficiency due to their diets. In addition, many of them do not engage in physical exercise. It can be assumed that the number of women suffering from osteoporosis will increase in the future. Women need to consciously monitor their calcium intake.
In addition, calcium deficiency in men living alone is a problem. This is due to irregular eating habits. If the situation does not change, the number of men suffering from osteoporosis may increase in the future.
Calcium deficiency does not only lead to osteoporosis.
A deficiency during growth can cause bone and tooth formation disorders, deterioration of tooth quality, and affect jaw development. In addition, diseases caused by calcium deficiency, such as rickets in children and osteoporosis in adults, are well known.
With prolonged calcium deficiency, excess calcium is released from the bones into the blood, which can accumulate on the inner walls of blood vessels. This phenomenon is called the “calcium paradox” and can lead to hypertension and atherosclerosis.
With a normal diet, excess calcium is practically non-existent. Cases of hypercalcemia and milk-alkali syndrome [*8] have only been reported with excessive calcium intake due to medication or overdose of dietary supplements.
To prevent osteoporosis, it is recommended to take vitamin D, which promotes calcium absorption, and vitamin K, which promotes the transfer of absorbed calcium to the bones, together with calcium.
Injuries and wounds cause bleeding, and calcium is involved in the blood clotting process in wounds. Several enzymes called blood clotting factors are involved in blood clotting, and calcium activates these enzymes.
When the body moves, muscles stretch and contract. Muscle contraction occurs through the combination of proteins responsible for muscle movement and calcium. Regular and proper heartbeat also occurs thanks to calcium.
In addition, calcium promotes normal transmission of nerve impulses, calms nervous tension and excitement, relieves irritability and hypersensitivity, and alleviates stress.
Calcium, which is involved in maintaining vital functions in the blood and muscles, is called “functional calcium.” The concentration of calcium in the blood is maintained within a very narrow range of 9 to 11 mg/dl, and when the concentration decreases, calcium is released from the bones to maintain the previous concentration.
When calcium levels in the blood decrease, the parathyroid hormone (PTH) begins to act. PTH leaches calcium from the bones and releases it into the blood. In addition, it stimulates the reabsorption of calcium in the renal tubules, where calcium is excreted. It also converts vitamin D from its inactive form to its active form. On the other hand, when the concentration of calcium in the blood increases, the hormone calcitonin is released, which increases the flow of calcium into the bones.
【1】610 women with chronic kidney disease took 1200 mg of calcium and 800 IU of vitamin D3 for 2 years, resulting in increased bone mineral density in all patients with kidney disease, regardless of the degree of kidney damage.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22551881
【2】It is known that consuming large amounts of calcium in the diet helps control fat deposits in young people.
Consuming 1,500 mg of calcium per day helps control weight and fat deposits. Considering bone health, young people are advised to increase their total calcium intake by at least 1,000 mg to the recommended daily allowance.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22331683
[3] In a 16-week study involving 141 obese adults who consumed orange juice fortified with 350 mg of calcium and 100 IU of vitamin D, a reduction in visceral fat was observed, indicating an anti-obesity effect of calcium.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22170363
【4】Calcium and phosphorus are found in bones in a ratio of 2.2:1, which corresponds to the ratio of calcium and phosphorus in breast milk.
Phosphorus is involved in the maturation of bone cells and promotes the reabsorption of calcium in the kidneys. It has been shown that the consumption of calcium and phosphate in the above ratio is important for maintaining bone health.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22081690
【5】After thyroid surgery, there is a tendency to develop hypocalcemia due to a decrease in the level of the adrenal cortex hormone (PTH), which increases the concentration of calcium in the blood. After thyroid surgery, in addition to calcium, it is recommended to take vitamin D3.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22080941
【6】Dietary supplements are very valuable for preventing anemia and toxemia in pregnant women. Calcium helps prevent toxemia in pregnant women and maintain the health of the mother, while iron helps prevent anemia.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21929634
【7】As a result of a survey of 312 subjects, 117 people were found to have malignant neoplasms of the rectum and colon.There was a difference in calcium intake between healthy people and patients: the daily calcium intake of healthy people was 1180 mg, while that of patients with malignant neoplasms was 1036 mg. Thus, it was suggested that high calcium intake may contribute to the prevention of malignant neoplasms of the rectum and colon.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21866684
【8】A study of bone regeneration after fractures in mice with osteoporosis showed that bone formation slows down during fracture healing. It was confirmed that calcium intake promotes bone formation. This suggests that calcium is beneficial for the prevention of osteoporosis.
The recommended daily dose is 1,000 mg. This amount is sufficient to obtain the functional benefits of the product.
Every pregnancy is unique, and nutritional needs may vary. Although this product is a natural source of calcium and other minerals, we recommend consulting your doctor before using any supplements during pregnancy.
