Calcium

March 24, 2001

Came across this in " Live Foods " by George & Doris

Fathman, and thought someone might be interested since

we've been discussing Lemon Egg and teas for calcium:

" ....Sesame seeds contain an amazing amount of

calcium. According to the Agriculture Handbook No. 34

published by the United States Department of

Agriculture, sesame seed has 1,125 milligrams of

calcium for every 100 grams, about one-fourth pound.

This is much higher than other calcium rich foods,

such as soybeans, 227 milligrams; 590 milligrams in a

pint of milk; 230 milligrams in a fourth pound of

almonds; 1,086 milligrams for Swiss cheese. Cheese and

milk, of course, are cooked products, which lowers

their food value, while sesame is a live product.

Whenever possible we should always eat live food in

preference to cooked or dead food.

" Sesame seeds contain high protein, from 19 to 28 per

cent, more than many meats. Also lecithin, which helps

to keep the fatty acids in the body low and in a fluid

state. Also several of the B vitamins and E.... "

Since the subject of soy milk and rice milk just came

up, here is their recipe for Sesame Seed Milk for

anyone who might be interested:

" 1/2 cup of sesame seeds to 1-1/2 cups of water. Put

seeds in blender and blend until seeds are well

chopped. Add water and liquefy until well mixed.

Honey, banana or carob can be added for flavor and

nutrition. Liquefy until well blended. When the banana

is added it is a wonderful drink for thin people to

gain weight. The carob gives this drink a chocolate

flavor. "

This was first published in 1967, and it was enlarged

and reprinted in 1973. I don't know if any of the

information has changed.

Valerie

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