In this presentation, Dr. SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, Inventor of Email and Independent Candidate for President of the United States, explores the powerful benefits of the herb Sesame Seeds for Colon Health. Using a Systems Health® approach and the CytoSolve® technology platform, he provides a scientific and holistic analysis of how Sesame Seeds supports Colon Health.
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Key Takeaways
- Sesame Seeds Support Multi-Level Gut Healing
Compounds like sesamin and sesamol reduce inflammation, scavenge free radicals, support gut barrier integrity, and promote beneficial microbiota—making sesame a powerful whole-food solution for colon health. - Systems Approach Outperforms One-Dimensional Treatments
Unlike pharmaceuticals that target a single pathway, sesame works across multiple biological levels, addressing root causes of colon disorders through Systems Health® principles and CytoSolve® modeling. - Comparable Efficacy to Standard Drugs, Without Side Effects
Scientific analysis shows sesame oil and extracts perform similarly to drugs like corticosteroids and proton-pump inhibitors—yet without toxicity, making them a safer long-term option. - Personalization is Key to Effectiveness
Using the Your Body, Your System® platform, individuals can tailor sesame usage based on their unique body constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) to maximize benefits and avoid aggravation. - Open Science and Empowerment Drive Innovation
Initiatives like ColonoSolve™ and movements like Truth Freedom Health® integrate ancient wisdom, modern science, and community participation to create accessible, personalized health solutions.
Introduction
Colon health plays a pivotal role in overall well-being. The colon, or large intestine, is essential for water absorption, nutrient extraction, immune modulation, and waste elimination. Yet, colon-related diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diverticulitis, and colorectal cancer are increasingly prevalent worldwide. These conditions not only impair digestion but also have systemic impacts that affect immune function, energy levels, and mental clarity.
One emerging area of interest in integrative health is the use of dietary components to prevent or manage colon disorders. Among the top contenders is the ancient seed, sesame. Known for its oil-rich composition and myriad of bioactive compounds, sesame offers promising benefits when viewed through the lens of systems biology.
In this post, we explore how sesame seeds, a humble yet potent food ingredient, may offer substantial support for colon health. Our analysis is grounded in the Systems Health® model and powered by CytoSolve®, a revolutionary computational systems biology platform that allows us to simulate and validate complex interactions among food-derived compounds and biological pathways.
We delve into sesame’s historical use, molecular composition, key biological mechanisms, and its role in modern scientific research. By integrating ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science, we offer a comprehensive systems-based analysis on how sesame seeds could serve as a complementary component in promoting colon health.
The goal is not to claim sesame as a cure-all, but to present a nuanced understanding of how it may function as part of a broader strategy for digestive health. As always, personalization and a systems-thinking approach are key, especially when navigating chronic diseases that have multiple root causes.
Let’s begin by revisiting the rich historical roots of sesame seeds and their enduring role in global medicinal traditions.
Historical and Cultural Significance of Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum) have been cultivated for more than 5,000 years, making them one of the oldest oilseed crops known to humanity. Their long-standing use in culinary and medicinal traditions across Asia, Africa, and the Mediterranean speaks to their enduring value. Referred to in some ancient texts as the “Queen of Oilseeds,” sesame was not only cherished for its rich flavor and nutritional density but also revered as a medicinal powerhouse.
Sesame in Ancient Civilizations
In ancient Egypt, sesame seeds were mentioned in the Ebers Papyrus, one of the earliest known medical texts dating back to around 1550 BCE. Egyptian physicians used sesame as a base for medicinal ointments and as a dietary supplement for energy and digestive health. Its use was tied to the belief in food as both sustenance and medicine.
In Babylonia, women reportedly consumed sesame mixed with honey to enhance beauty and vitality—a practice aligned with the seed’s potent antioxidant and regenerative properties. The famed Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder described sesame in his encyclopedic Natural History, emphasizing its role in both cooking and traditional remedies.
In ancient China, sesame oil was considered a yin tonic—believed to moisten dryness and cool internal heat. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), black sesame seeds were used to nourish the liver and kidney meridians, strengthen the bones, and improve bowel movements, which directly ties into colon health.
In Ayurveda, India’s ancient system of medicine, sesame (known as tila) holds a sacred place. It is used in oil massages (abhyanga), dietary therapies, and rituals. Texts like the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita classify sesame as brmhana (nourishing), snigdha (unctuous), and balya (strengthening), with the ability to pacify Vata and support intestinal health.
Quote from Charaka Samhita: “Tila is heavy, unctuous, and hot in potency. It increases strength and promotes the healing of ulcers and wounds.”
Spiritual and Cultural Contexts
Sesame seeds also have spiritual significance. In Hindu culture, they are offered during ceremonies to honor ancestors, symbolizing purity and renewal. In Japanese Shinto tradition, sesame is a food of ritual importance. In African cultures, particularly in Ethiopia and Sudan, sesame (known as sim sim) is used in sauces and pastes as part of everyday nutrition and traditional medicine.
In medieval Europe, sesame was rare but prized. It entered apothecary records during the Islamic Golden Age and was introduced to European healing practices via Arab physicians who translated Greek and Roman medical texts.
Traditional Culinary Uses
Beyond its medicinal uses, sesame has been a cornerstone of cuisine for centuries:
- Tahini, a paste made from ground sesame seeds, is a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean diets.
- Goma-dare, a Japanese sesame sauce, is used to aid digestion and flavor cooling dishes.
- Tilgul, an Indian sweet made from sesame and jaggery, is traditionally eaten in winter to warm the body and improve gut health.
These culinary applications weren’t arbitrary; they aligned with the seed’s warming, lubricating, and nourishing qualities.
Transition to Modern Interest
Modern research is now validating many of these traditional claims, thanks to tools like CytoSolve® and the lens of Systems Health®. Ancient knowledge that saw sesame as a digestive aid and life-enhancing tonic now finds mechanistic explanations: lignans like sesamin and sesamol reduce oxidative stress, polyunsaturated fats modulate inflammation, and fiber aids in gut motility.
This continuity between past and present reinforces the value of integrative health approaches. Rather than dismissing tradition, scientific innovation now amplifies it—bridging a 5,000-year legacy with today’s evidence-based frameworks.
Colon Health: Challenges, Symptoms, and Current Treatments
The colon, or large intestine, is the final stretch of the digestive tract. It is approximately 5 feet long and primarily responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter, forming and eliminating stool, and housing a dense population of microbes known as the gut microbiota.
Modern medicine recognizes colon health as central to immune function, detoxification, metabolic efficiency, and even mental well-being. However, multiple factors—ranging from poor diet and sedentary lifestyle to environmental toxins and genetic predispositions—can compromise colon health and give rise to a wide array of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
Major Colon-Related Diseases
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Includes Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and Crohn’s Disease.
- Characterized by chronic inflammation, ulcers, and immune dysregulation.
- Symptoms: Rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, fatigue, frequent diarrhea.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Functional GI disorder with no visible inflammation or damage.
- Symptoms: Abdominal cramps, bloating, alternating constipation and diarrhea.
- Diverticulitis
- Inflammation of small pouches (diverticula) in the colon wall.
- Symptoms: Abdominal tenderness, fever, nausea, changes in bowel habits.
- Colorectal Polyps and Cancer
- Polyps are abnormal growths that may progress to cancer if untreated.
- Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer globally.
- Symptoms: Blood in stool, unexplained weight loss, iron-deficiency anemia.
- Colitis (including Infectious Colitis)
- Acute inflammation of the colon lining, sometimes from infections or antibiotics.
Common Symptoms of Colon Dysfunction
- Persistent abdominal discomfort or cramping
- Irregular bowel movements (constipation, diarrhea)
- Bloating or excess gas
- Presence of mucus or blood in stool
- Fatigue and low-grade fever
- Weight loss and nutritional deficiencies
Causes and Contributing Factors
- Dietary imbalances: High-fat, low-fiber diets; excessive processed foods
- Microbiome disruption: Antibiotic overuse; lack of probiotic diversity
- Sedentary lifestyle: Impairs intestinal motility
- Environmental toxins: Pesticides, heavy metals, water contaminants
- Stress and emotional trauma: Affect gut-brain axis, exacerbate inflammation
- Genetic predispositions: Mutations in inflammatory response genes
Diagnostic Tools
- Colonoscopy: Visual inspection for polyps, inflammation, bleeding
- Stool tests: Assess microbial balance, blood, enzyme markers
- CT scans and MRIs: Visualize internal inflammation or obstructions
- Blood tests: Check for anemia, inflammatory markers (e.g., CRP)
Current Conventional Treatments
- Pharmaceuticals
- Anti-inflammatories: 5-ASA, corticosteroids
- Immunosuppressants: Azathioprine, methotrexate
- Biologics: TNF inhibitors (e.g., infliximab)
- Antibiotics for infection control
- Antispasmodics for IBS symptom relief
- Surgical Interventions
- Resection of diseased bowel segments in severe IBD or cancer
- Polyp removal via colonoscopy
- Lifestyle Modifications
- Increased dietary fiber
- Regular physical activity
- Stress management (yoga, meditation)
- Smoking cessation
- Emerging Integrative Approaches
- Probiotics and prebiotics
- Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)
- Nutritional therapy (specific carbohydrate or low-FODMAP diet)
Despite the range of treatments available, many are palliative rather than curative and carry side effects. For instance, corticosteroids can weaken immunity; biologics increase infection risk. This reality underscores the need for more holistic, personalized, and root-cause-based interventions—such as those rooted in systems science and botanical medicine.
Sesame seeds offer a fascinating case study in this regard, as we will explore through the lens of Systems Health® and CytoSolve® in the sections ahead.
The Systems Health® Framework for Colon Health
Modern medicine often isolates diseases to single pathways or organ systems. However, chronic conditions like IBD, colitis, and colorectal cancer are inherently complex. They do not stem from one singular cause but from a web of interacting factors: diet, environment, microbiome diversity, immune dysregulation, and stress. To tackle these challenges, we must move beyond reductionist thinking.
This is where Systems Health® comes in—a model rooted in the integration of traditional Eastern medicine and modern systems biology. It identifies that the human body is a dynamic, nonlinear system governed by three fundamental processes:
- Transport – Movement of energy, information, or matter (e.g., blood, nutrients, nerve signals)
- Conversion – Transformation of inputs to outputs (e.g., metabolism, digestion)
- Storage – Retention or accumulation (e.g., fat deposits, memory, tissue resilience)
Each individual expresses these principles uniquely, forming their body constitution or “system type.” These mirror the doshas in Ayurveda: Vata (Transport), Pitta (Conversion), and Kapha (Storage).
Colon Health as a Systems Problem
The colon is a site of intense interaction among transport (peristalsis), conversion (fermentation of undigested food), and storage (waste material before elimination). When any of these processes become dysregulated, pathology ensues.
- Transport Imbalance: Leads to constipation, bloating, gas.
- Conversion Dysregulation: Poor microbial fermentation, increased toxin production.
- Storage Pathologies: Chronic inflammation, polyp growth, excessive mucus buildup.
The Inflammation Feedback Loop
A defining characteristic of colon diseases is a self-reinforcing inflammatory loop:
- Trigger: Stress, infection, poor diet, or toxin exposure initiates immune activation.
- Response: Immune cells release cytokines like TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β.
- Damage: These chemicals damage epithelial cells and weaken tight junctions, leading to leaky gut.
- Amplification: Microbial translocation exacerbates immune activation—fueling more inflammation.
Over time, this loop alters gene expression, triggers oxidative stress, and drives chronic conditions such as:
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (via NF-kB pathway activation)
- Colorectal Cancer (via Wnt/β-catenin signaling and oxidative DNA damage)
Systems Thinking Applied
The Systems Health® framework allows us to:
- Map multiple interrelated causes instead of isolated symptoms.
- Recognize systemic resilience or fragility, which is unique to each person.
- Tailor interventions based on system state: not every person with IBD has the same root imbalance.
For example, two patients with Crohn’s disease may share similar symptoms, but one may be driven by gut flora imbalance (conversion issue) while another may stem from nervous system dysregulation (transport issue).
Using this model, interventions can include:
- Herbs like sesame that modulate multiple pathways
- Gut-supporting dietary changes
- Mind-body therapies to reset the gut-brain axis
- Biofeedback and stress modulation to improve parasympathetic tone
This systems-based view lays the foundation for understanding how sesame seeds act not just on one symptom, but across several biological layers—a topic we now explore through the advanced computational lens of CytoSolve®.
Journey to systems
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CytoSolve® Analysis of Sesame Seeds
The CytoSolve® platform represents a new paradigm in health innovation. Rather than relying on animal testing or expensive, siloed clinical trials, CytoSolve® performs in silico (computer-based) modeling of complex biological systems using peer-reviewed scientific literature. It decodes how natural compounds affect molecular pathways, enabling personalized and evidence-based nutraceutical development.
CytoSolve®: An Overview
CytoSolve® was developed over two decades to solve one of medicine’s most enduring problems—how to understand and treat complex diseases involving multiple pathways. Traditional pharmaceutical R&D often isolates a single molecule to act on a single target. This reductionist model works for acute infections, but not for systemic diseases like IBD, cancer, or diabetes.
Instead, CytoSolve® embraces complexity. It aggregates thousands of studies into a unified systems architecture, translates biochemical interactions into mathematical equations, and simulates the outcome of individual or combined interventions.
Application to Sesame Seeds
To investigate the potential of sesame seeds in colon health, the CytoSolve® team executed a multistage analysis:
- Scientific Literature Curation
- Reviewed over 5,174 peer-reviewed articles
- Incorporated data from 164 clinical trials
- Spanning 222 years of documented research
- Molecular Compound Identification
- Identified over 180 phytochemicals, focusing on 35 well-studied active ingredients:
- Sesamin
- Sesamol
- Sesamolin
- Sesaminol
- Matairesinol
- Samin
- Sesangolin
- Key fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, palmitic acids)
- Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, E, β-carotene
- Minerals: calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc
- Identified over 180 phytochemicals, focusing on 35 well-studied active ingredients:
- Systems Architecture Creation
- Modeled colon health as a network of interacting processes:
- Inflammation (NF-kB, TNF-alpha pathways)
- Oxidative stress (ROS damage)
- Autophagy regulation (AKT/mTOR suppression)
- Immune cell recruitment (mast cells, macrophages)
- Modeled colon health as a network of interacting processes:
- In Silico Simulation
- Simulated compound-by-compound interaction with disease pathways
- Identified synergistic effects of compounds like sesamin and sesamol
- Predicted optimal dosages and combinations for colon protection
- Outcome Assessment
- Quantified predicted reduction in inflammatory biomarkers
- Modeled tissue recovery and epithelial integrity improvement
- Benchmarked sesame seed compounds against pharmaceutical standards
Results Summary
Key outcomes of this systems-based modeling include:
- Sesamin inhibits EphB2 phosphorylation → blocks AKT/mTOR → increases autophagy → reduces cancer risk.
- Sesame oil suppresses mast cell/macrophage recruitment → lessens colitis inflammation.
- Sesamol scavenges ROS → protects DNA and epithelial cells.
- Combined sesame phytochemicals enhance gut microbiota balance and immune modulation.
These findings not only support traditional uses but provide molecular clarity on how sesame supports colon health.
CytoSolve® Product Pipeline Impact
Beyond research, CytoSolve® has applied this same process to develop real-world products like:
- MV25 (for joint inflammation)
- K9701 (pet health)
- Healthy Tea series (including Digest Tea)
- D3 K2 Magnesium (immune support)
The Colon Health initiative is now entering formulation and validation phases under the new spin-out: ColonoSolve™.
In the next section, we’ll explore the specific molecular mechanisms by which sesame compounds exert their protective effects.
Molecular Mechanisms: How Sesame Seeds Support Colon Health
The complexity of colon-related diseases requires a multi-targeted intervention strategy. Sesame seeds, with their diverse range of bioactive constituents, provide just that. This section explores how the key compounds in sesame seeds interact with molecular pathways involved in inflammation, oxidative stress, immune response, and cancer progression.
1. Sesamin and Anti-Cancer Pathways
Sesamin, one of the primary lignans in sesame seeds, exhibits strong anti-cancer effects particularly relevant to colorectal cancer. Mechanistically, sesamin suppresses cancer cell proliferation through the following pathways:
- EphB2 Receptor Inhibition: Overexpression of EphB2 is implicated in tumor progression. Sesamin downregulates EphB2 activity, reducing cancer cell migration and invasion.
- AKT/mTOR Pathway Suppression: This pathway plays a key role in cellular proliferation and survival. Sesamin inhibits AKT phosphorylation and downstream mTOR signaling, thereby enhancing autophagy (cellular cleanup mechanism) and reducing tumor burden.
- Upregulation of Beclin-1 and LC3B: These markers indicate increased autophagic flux—a tumor suppressive response.
Study Reference: Wang et al., 2021, Journal of Functional Foods.
2. Sesame Oil and Colitis Reduction
Sesame oil has shown promise in alleviating acute colitis. The underlying mechanism revolves around its modulation of immune cell activity:
- Inhibits Mast Cell and Macrophage Recruitment: TNBS-induced colitis models show that sesame oil significantly reduces infiltration of these pro-inflammatory immune cells.
- Suppresses Cytokine Release: Downregulation of IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-6 in the colon mucosa reduces local inflammation.
- Preserves Mucosal Barrier Integrity: Sesame oil helps maintain epithelial tight junction proteins like occludin and claudin-1.
Study Reference: Zhang et al., 2019, Inflammopharmacology.
3. Sesamol and Antioxidant Activity
Sesamol, another prominent phenolic in sesame, is a potent free radical scavenger. Its antioxidant activity protects colon tissue from oxidative damage:
- Neutralizes Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
- Inhibits Lipid Peroxidation
- Boosts Endogenous Antioxidant Enzymes: Increases activity of SOD (superoxide dismutase), CAT (catalase), and GPx (glutathione peroxidase)
These actions collectively protect DNA, reduce cell apoptosis, and prevent mutation-driven carcinogenesis.
Study Reference: Sharma & Chauhan, 2018, Phytotherapy Research.
4. Synergistic Effect on Gut Microbiota
Emerging evidence suggests sesame seed components also act as prebiotics—non-digestible food ingredients that foster growth of beneficial gut microbes:
- Promotes Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli proliferation
- Reduces pathogenic Clostridia and E. coli
- Enhances production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, crucial for colonocyte health
This microbiome modulation indirectly reduces gut inflammation and improves barrier function.
Study Reference: Nakamura et al., 2020, Nutrients.
5. Combinatorial Mechanisms for Integrated Protection
The true power of sesame seeds lies in the synergy among its components. For example:
- Sesamin + Sesamol = amplified anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect
- Sesame oil + fiber = better bowel motility and microbiota diversity
- Lignans + minerals (like zinc, magnesium) = immune modulation at both gut and systemic levels
These combinations act on multiple biological layers:
- Molecular level: signaling inhibition, cytokine modulation
- Cellular level: reduced apoptosis, better regeneration
- Microbial level: enhanced gut flora balance
- Tissue level: epithelial integrity, mucus production
Comparative Efficacy: Sesame vs. Conventional Treatments
A major question for researchers and practitioners alike is how well natural compounds like sesame perform when compared to pharmaceutical drugs. In this section, we review published data that benchmarks sesame-derived compounds against standard medications in managing conditions related to colon health.
1. Sesamin vs. Metformin (Blood Sugar Regulation)
While not a colon-specific effect, glycemic control is vital in patients with metabolic syndrome who are also prone to inflammatory gut diseases. In a streptozotocin-induced diabetic model:
- Metformin significantly reduced HbA1c levels (standard diabetic marker).
- Sesamin, when administered at high doses (100 mg/kg), showed comparable reductions in HbA1c, suggesting a strong potential in glycemic control.
Study Reference: Wei et al., 2022, Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
2. Sesame Oil vs. Pantoprazole (Gastric Ulcers)
Ulcer prevention is crucial in managing colon inflammation, particularly in IBD patients who often require NSAIDs. In an acid secretion model:
- Pantoprazole reduced free and total acidity significantly.
- Sesame oil, at doses of 0.5–1 mg/kg, nearly matched pantoprazole’s performance in reducing stomach acidity and protecting gastric mucosa.
Study Reference: Alqahtani et al., 2021, Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences.
3. Anti-Inflammatory Potency vs. Corticosteroids
In TNBS-induced colitis models:
- Corticosteroids (prednisolone) effectively reduced inflammatory cell infiltration and cytokine production, but with side effects such as immunosuppression and adrenal suppression.
- Sesame oil demonstrated a similar ability to reduce histological inflammation and pro-inflammatory markers without the systemic side effects.
Study Reference: Zhang et al., 2019, Inflammopharmacology.
4. Synergy without Side Effects
Unlike pharmaceuticals that are designed for single-action efficacy and often come with off-target effects, sesame compounds work synergistically across multiple pathways:
- No evidence of liver or kidney toxicity in moderate doses.
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-modulatory effects occur simultaneously.
- Bioadaptivity: Modulates systems without disrupting homeostasis.
Comparative Efficacy Table
| Compound/Treatment | Condition Treated | Mechanism | Outcome Effectiveness |
| Sesamin | Hyperglycemia | Inhibits glucose production | Comparable to Metformin |
| Sesame oil | Gastric ulcers | Reduces acidity, protects mucosa | Near-equal to Pantoprazole |
| Sesame oil | Colitis (inflammation) | Immune cell inhibition, cytokine control | Similar to Prednisolone |
In sum, sesame’s natural compounds provide multi-dimensional support for gut health with comparable efficacy to leading medications—minus the risks of synthetic drugs. These results highlight the promise of integrative and food-based solutions for chronic GI conditions.
Your Body, Your System®: Personalizing Sesame Use
In personalized systems medicine, one size never fits all. Every individual has a unique constitutional makeup—referred to in Systems Health® as a balance of Transport, Conversion, and Storage processes. This framework is derived from both engineering systems theory and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, corresponding to the doshas Vata (Transport), Pitta (Conversion), and Kapha (Storage).
The Your Body, Your System® platform helps individuals understand their constitution, determine if they are out of balance, and identify interventions (including foods like sesame) that can restore equilibrium.
Identifying Your Constitution
Using a brief set of questions, the system maps your body’s baseline state (black dot) and your current state of imbalance (red dot) across three axes:
- Transport (Vata) – Nervous system, circulation, movement
- Conversion (Pitta) – Digestion, metabolism, energy transformation
- Storage (Kapha) – Structure, fluid retention, tissue maintenance
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How Sesame Affects the System
According to data derived from the YBYS framework and CytoSolve® modeling:
- Sesame Seeds DECREASE Vata (grounding, warming)
- Sesame Seeds DECREASE Kapha (stimulating, drying)
- Sesame Seeds INCREASE Pitta (heating, metabolically active)
| Dosha | Sesame Impact | Implications |
| Vata | ↓ | Helps relieve gas, constipation, nervous digestion |
| Pitta | ↑ | May aggravate in excess—watch in acid reflux, inflammation |
| Kapha | ↓ | Helps in sluggish metabolism, bloating, fluid retention |
Who Should Consider Sesame?
- Best suited for: Vata- and Kapha-dominant individuals with cold, dry, or heavy constitutions.
- Use with caution: Pitta types, especially in high doses or during hot weather.
Adjusting Dosage Based on State
- Dry skin, constipation, anxiety → sesame oil massage and warm sesame recipes
- Heavy feeling, fatigue, weight gain → dry roasted sesame seeds or tahini in moderation
- Acid reflux, heat rashes, irritability → use sparingly, balance with cooling foods (e.g., cucumber, mint)
How to Use Your Body, Your System®
- Visit the YourBodyYourSystem.com platform.
- Take the system assessment quiz.
- View your current state on the Transport–Conversion–Storage diagram.
- Explore foods, supplements, and lifestyle habits—including sesame—that help move the red dot back toward the black dot (your ideal state).
This tool empowers users to take a systems approach to healing—moving beyond fads or generic advice to a personalized, data-driven strategy. Combined with CytoSolve®, it allows for deep alignment between ancient tradition and modern precision medicine.
Dosage Guidelines and Scientific Evidence
Understanding how much sesame to consume—and in what form—is crucial for achieving therapeutic benefits while minimizing risks. While sesame is widely used in cooking, therapeutic dosages must be guided by research, body constitution, and health status.
Scientific Dosage Findings
| Study | Compound | Dose | Duration | Key Outcome |
| Wei et al., 2022 | Sesame seeds (whole) | 100 mg/kg | 30 days | Improved antioxidant activity and blood sugar regulation |
| Laurindo et al., 2023 | Sesame seed extract | 100 mg/kg/day | 6 weeks | Prevented inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) onset in rodent model |
| Zhang et al., 2019 | Sesame oil | 4 mL/kg | 7 days | Reduced severity of TNBS-induced colitis |
Note: Dosages were determined in animal studies. Translating to human equivalents should be done cautiously and with professional guidance.
Suggested Human Intake (General Guidelines)
- Whole sesame seeds: 1–2 tablespoons daily (15–30 grams)
- Sesame oil (internal use): 1–2 teaspoons/day; preferably cold-pressed and organic
- Sesamin supplements: 200–600 mg/day (consult healthcare provider)
- Topical use: Sesame oil massage (abhyanga) for Vata/Kapha types
Factors That Affect Dosing
- Body weight and metabolism
- Constitution (as per YBYS)
- Digestive strength and history of allergies
- Form used (oil, paste, whole seed, extract)
Potential Risks and Contraindications
While sesame is generally safe and well-tolerated, excessive use—especially in concentrated forms—can lead to:
- Allergic reactions (rash, itching, respiratory symptoms)
- Endocrine disruption (in very high doses due to lignan mimicry of hormones)
- Weight gain (high-calorie content in oil form)
Interactions With Medications
- May amplify effects of antihypertensive drugs (due to vasodilatory action)
- Can influence blood sugar levels, so should be used cautiously in people taking insulin or oral hypoglycemics
- May interact with anticoagulants because of vitamin E and omega-6 content
Best Practices for Consumption
- Start small: Begin with 1 tsp/day and gradually increase
- Monitor symptoms: Especially in cases of IBS, acid reflux, or autoimmune issues
- Combine with balancing foods: Such as turmeric (anti-inflammatory), ginger (digestive), or mint (cooling)
- Cycle usage: Take breaks or rotate with other gut-healing foods (e.g., flax, chia, licorice)
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any high-dose regimen, particularly if you are pregnant, lactating, or on medication.
The ColonoSolve™ Initiative
As chronic digestive disorders continue to rise, the demand for safer, food-based alternatives has never been more urgent. In response to this challenge, the CytoSolve® team launched the ColonoSolve™ Initiative—a translational research platform focused on developing natural interventions for colon health using the principles of systems biology.
Mission
The ColonoSolve™ Initiative is grounded in the vision of open science, personalized nutrition, and collaborative innovation. Its core mission is to create a validated, natural formulation for colon health derived from sesame and other synergistic botanicals.
Research Phases
The initiative follows a rigorous, multi-phase protocol:
- Phase I: Systems Architecture Development
- Map all known biological pathways involved in colon inflammation, cell proliferation, immune regulation, and microbial balance.
- Identify molecular nodes such as TNF-α, NF-kB, IL-6, AKT/mTOR, ROS, and SCFA pathways.
- Phase II: Compound Curation
- Select promising natural compounds from over 15 botanicals, including sesame, turmeric, aloe vera, psyllium, and licorice.
- Focus on those with peer-reviewed efficacy in animal and clinical models.
- Phase III: In Silico Modeling (Ongoing)
- Use CytoSolve® to simulate compound combinations and screen for synergistic interactions.
- Optimize dose-response curves, predict safety profiles.
- Phase IV: Formulation & Validation
- Create a prototype blend (e.g., sesame extract + complementary herbs).
- Initiate cell culture and animal model validation studies.
- Phase V: Product Launch & Distribution
- Offer validated products through direct-to-consumer platforms.
- Enable practitioners to recommend as part of integrative treatment protocols.
Community Participation
- Crowdfunded model: Individuals can donate to support research.
- Educational access: Contributors gain insights into molecular findings.
- Citizen science model: Data from real users may be used to refine formulations in a feedback loop.
Visit vashiva.com/open-science to get involved or support this work.
Why It Matters
Unlike pharma-driven models, ColonoSolve™ is:
- Non-toxic: No synthetic chemicals, preservatives, or binders.
- Evidence-based: Modeled on 222+ years of aggregated science.
- Bottom-up: Built with the public, for the public.
This initiative marks a turning point in how we approach digestive health—not with isolated quick fixes, but with precision, systematization, and ancient wisdom synthesized with modern tools.
Visual Insert: Sesame Dosage Comparison Chart
| Use Case | Form | Common Dosage | Context |
| Culinary | Whole seeds | 1–2 tbsp/day | As topping, garnish, tahini |
| Therapeutic | Sesame oil | 1–2 tsp/day | For gut lubrication, immunity |
| Clinical Research | Seed extract | 100 mg/kg/day | Shown to modulate IBD markers |
Products Powered by CytoSolve®
As part of its mission to democratize health innovation, CytoSolve® has developed multiple consumer-ready products that apply the same scientific rigor used in the ColonoSolve™ Initiative. These formulations leverage the platform’s systems biology engine to optimize synergistic ingredient combinations—without guesswork or animal testing.
1. MV25 – Joint Inflammation Relief
MV25 is a clinically formulated product designed to reduce joint pain and inflammation. It was created using the CytoSolve® process:
- Modeled over 100,000+ peer-reviewed papers on osteoarthritis.
- Identified optimal blend of two natural ingredients.
- Validated via in silico modeling, followed by patent and product launch.
Benefits:
- Reduces joint stiffness and inflammation
- Non-GMO, vegan, preservative-free
🔗 MV25.life
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2. K9701 – Whole Pet Health Supplement
Formulated for dogs and cats, K9701 contains 15 synergistic plant-based ingredients:
- Supports digestion, coat health, immunity
- Suitable for pets with food sensitivities
Use case: Pet owners seeking a comprehensive, non-synthetic wellness booster.
🔗 k9701.com
3. Healthy Tea Series
Seven specialized herbal teas developed to target specific physiological systems:
- Digest Tea: Formulated to support colon motility, microbiota balance, and gut barrier integrity. Ideal companion to sesame supplementation.
- Others: Joint Tea, Breathe, Femini Tea, Tranquility, Detoxy, and ImmuniTea.
🔗 cytosolve.com/healthy-tea
4. Your Body, Your Tea – Ayurvedic Dosha Teas
Blended to align with your personal constitution:
- Vata Tea – Grounding and warming
- Pitta Tea – Cooling and calming
- Kapha Tea – Stimulating and drying
Combos available for dual or tri-doshic balances.
5. D3 K2 Magnesium + Zinc Copper Quercetin
These immunity-targeted formulas are based on hundreds of scientific studies:
- D3 K2 Magnesium supports bone and immune health.
- Zinc Copper Quercetin enhances immune resilience and inflammatory balance.
🔗 cytosolve.com (Main product portal)
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These offerings demonstrate how systems thinking can transform wellness products into precisely targeted tools—backed by science and designed for real-world impact.
Empowerment Through Truth Freedom Health®
At the foundation of every product, protocol, and policy developed by CytoSolve® lies a deeper mission—empowering individuals to become self-healers and systems thinkers. This is the essence of the Truth Freedom Health® movement.
What Is Truth Freedom Health®?
Truth Freedom Health® is an educational and activist platform that integrates:
- Truth: Scientific integrity through open-source systems biology
- Freedom: The right to speak, explore, and question existing health paradigms
- Health: Access to personalized, non-toxic, and sustainable solutions
By combining these principles, the movement equips people to resist disinformation, reclaim their autonomy, and participate meaningfully in reshaping society.
Core Offerings
- Warrior-Scholar Training
- A systems-based curriculum that teaches how to connect the dots between health, politics, and personal empowerment.
- Graduates learn how to analyze issues using a scientific and systems-oriented lens.
- Open House Community Events
- Held every Thursday at 11:00 AM and 8:00 PM EST
- Free to attend
- Opportunity to meet others, ask questions, and start your journey
🔗 RSVP at: vashiva.com/orientation
- Free Tools and Resources
- Get Off the Plantation Course
- Shatter the Swarm Video
- Your Body, Your System® Assessment
- Supporter Tiers
- Member: Access to courses and training
- Scholar: Deep dive into systems theory and activism
- Contributor: Support research and receive exclusive books and resources
The Bigger Picture
Truth Freedom Health® is more than a health program—it’s a civic platform for transformation. Whether you’re focused on healing your gut, understanding political corruption, or leading your local community, this movement helps you think independently and act confidently.
“Do you want to get off the plantation, or stay on it? The choice is yours.” — Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai
Learn more and join the movement: 🔗 truthfreedomhealth.com
Summary and Conclusion
In today’s world of fast medicine and quick fixes, it’s easy to overlook the healing power of nature—particularly when it’s delivered in something as humble as a sesame seed. Yet, this ancient food offers a multi-faceted approach to gut health that bridges traditional wisdom and cutting-edge science.
Through the lens of Systems Health® and powered by CytoSolve®, we’ve explored sesame’s profound ability to support colon health via:
- Molecular-level effects: Reducing inflammation, enhancing autophagy, scavenging free radicals.
- Immune modulation: Inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines and restoring mucosal integrity.
- Microbiome support: Acting as a prebiotic and encouraging beneficial flora.
- Personalization: Aligning its effects with your constitution using Your Body, Your System®.
We’ve seen how sesame compares favorably to conventional treatments:
- Sesamin approximates metformin’s blood sugar-lowering effects.
- Sesame oil matches the gastric protective capabilities of pantoprazole.
- Its anti-inflammatory potency is comparable to corticosteroids—without the toxic burden.
The ColonoSolve™ Initiative is spearheading an era of food-as-medicine, formulating synergistic solutions based on open science. Products powered by CytoSolve®, from Digest Tea to MV25, demonstrate that safe, precise, and effective wellness tools are no longer theoretical—they’re available, actionable, and scalable.
And behind it all is a movement: Truth Freedom Health®. It reminds us that the real cure begins with awareness, education, and empowerment.
“Health is not the absence of disease. It is the dynamic balance of your unique system within a living world.” — Systems Health® Principle
So whether you’re a patient, practitioner, or health enthusiast, sesame seeds offer not just nutrients—but wisdom. Their story reflects the larger shift we need: from symptom management to systems healing, from dependency to self-empowerment.
Thank you for joining this journey into the science and systems of sesame. We invite you to get involved, explore our tools, and become a Truth Freedom Health® Warrior-Scholar.
🔗 truthfreedomhealth.com
🔗openscienceinstitute.org
🔗 yourbodyyoursystem.com
Be well. Be wise. Be whole.
