In comparison with the reference daily intake (RDA), 100 grammars of halva cover approximately 58% of the daily dietary needs for an adult man in Fe, 55% Mg, 48% P, 36%, Cu, 32%, Zn, 18%, Mn and 5% in Ca. The composition of fatty acids found in halva is similar to that of tahini. Sumptuous aminoacids (cystin and methionine), as well as tryptophan, which are usually detected in small concentrations in other vegetal proteins, are found in large quantities in halva. Experiments conducted have proven that the halva protein, not only contains all the necessary aminoacids in the desirable quantity and balance for nutrition (except for lysine), but is also particularly digestible.

The simultaneous action of unsaturated fatty acids found in sesame oil, the tocopherols it contains and sesamin (a lignan only found in sesame) help the body reduce its blood cholesterol levels. Thus, regular consumption of sesame oil helps protect the organism against cardiovascular diseases. Sesame oil is also a rich source of vitamins, particularly vitamin E, which has been known during the last few years to offer significant anti-aging protection to the human body, with its antioxidant action.

One significant advantage sesame oil offers is that it is more resistant than any other vegetal oil in oxidation and any sort of denaturation. This property has been known since antiquity. Ancient Greeks would add sesame oil as a “ conservative” to other kinds of oil, to protect it against oxidation during its storage or transfer.

The reason why sesame oil does not go rancid easily was only explained recently, as it was discovered that it contains several substances with strong antioxidant action. Thus, its regular consumption fights free roots and reinforces the body's natural shield against arteriosclerosis, cancer and many other degenerative diseases.

Haitoglou Bros S.A. , respecting the product's high biologic value, produces virgin sesame oil and applies an innovative method in its production, especially accredited by the company. Contrary to the other methods employed in other countries, Haitoglou Bros S.A. isolates the virgin sesame oil by cold extraction, that is, in the natural way which preserves its valuable ingredients, since the procedures used do not cause any thermal stress to the product. Thus, the company offers Greek consumers unique oil with golden yellow color, sweet taste and mild scent which is reminiscent of roasted dried fruits and is ideal for all cooking or confectionary uses.