How many calories are in Sesame seeds?

Sesame seeds contains 40 calories per 100g serving, with 20g of protein, 20g of carbohydrates, and 60g of fat.

Is Sesame seeds good for fat loss?

Sesame seeds has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 200% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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Sesame seeds.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of Sesame seeds and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy40kcal

Bio-Protein20g

Carbohydrates20g

Total Lipids60g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

Sesame seeds is a very low-calorie food with moderate-protein content. At 40 kcal per 100g, it delivers 20g of protein — representing 200% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 200% and fats for 1350% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

At 20g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

With only 40 kcal per 100g, Sesame seeds is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

At 20g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

With 20g protein per 100g, the thermic contribution is moderate. Pairing with higher-protein sources increases the overall TEF of your meal and supports lean mass retention.

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Based on the metabolic profile of Sesame seeds, these related data nodes are most relevant to your nutrition architecture:

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for Sesame seeds is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.