Sesame seeds have special significance on Makar Sankranti. Sesame-jaggery laddus, sesame sweets and chikki, everything is considered incomplete without sesame. But during the festival season, adulterated sesame seeds are sold indiscriminately in the market. Many times, colors, chemicals or old spoiled grains are mixed in them, which is harmful for health. In such a situation, some caution is very important while buying sesame seeds before Makar Sankranti 2026. With the 5 easy tips given below, you can check the purity of sesame seeds at home.