So here we are again, talking about something new. There are these black seeds which are called healthy. When we dug deep into it, we found that these seeds are also referred to as Roman coriander, black caraway or black cumin. These seeds are a product of the Nigella Sativa plant, native to Europe, India, and Arabia. Now we have already had an article about cumin seeds earlier,(which you can read for reference)The seeds have been used for centuries to cure lots of heath issues and defects going from curing headaches and toothaches to fighting intestinal worms and infections.
Black cumin contains beta-carotene, calcium, iron, sodium, and potassium. Also, it has 8 of the 9 essential amino acids which we are unable to produce inside our body. It does not stop here; these seeds contain over 100 chemical compounds.
Apart from all those compounds listed above, these black seeds are wonderful as they also contains thymoquinone, beta sitosterol, myristic acid, palmitic acid, palmitoleic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, arachidonic acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, folic acid, copper, zinc, and phosphorous.
We get many of the black cumin's benefits and advantages along with proofs in the biomedical literature. In fact, since 1964, there have been 656 published, peer-reviewed studies referencing it. (Old is gold... isn't it??)
Black cumin seed has following amazing healing properties:
Antioxidant
Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal
Analgesic (pain-killing)
Liver-protecting
Anti-diabetic and Anti-cancer
Anti-inflammatory and Anti-ulcer
Diuretic and Antispasmodic
Anti-hypertensive and Antiviral
Insulin sensitizing
Bronchodilator
Health benefits of black cumin
1. Reduces High Blood Pressure
It has been authenticated that black cumin oil consumption significantly brought blood pressure under control of all the patients suffering from high blood pressure.
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2. Diabetes
One study published in the 2010 issue of the Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology showed that subjects who consumed two grams of black seed daily were able to deal with their blood sugar levels in a better way than others. If consumed regularly, these seeds have the capacity to reduce fasting blood sugar levels and insulin resistance. Also along with this there is an observation of increase the beta-cell function of the pancreas.
3. Treats Diarrhoea/ constipation
Simply mix 1-2 teaspoons of black seed oil with a cup of plain yogurt or curd and consume it twice a day to get rid of constipation or diarrhoea.
4. Cancer
This proves to be a boon for the society as it has powerful anti cancer properties due to the thymoquinone, beta-elemene, and beta-sitosterol in it. It naturally induces cancer cell death and also enhances immunity. Many studies found it to be effective against leukemia and cancers of the lung, kidney, liver, prostate, breast, cervix, and skin. (Another reason to have it!!)
5. Immune system
It is very obvious that due to black cumin containing high amounts of vitamin C, vitamin A, and essential oils, it does increase your ability to fight infections. Black cumin stimulates immune cells, making our immune system stronger altogether.
6. Boosts Fertility & Improves Sperm Count
Causes of infertility are vast and most of them are still unknown. But it’s been proven that black seed oil has helped many improve their fertility. Apart from this, black cumin has compounds that increases libido and can act as a natural aphrodisiac.
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7. Hepatitis
Your liver is the organ that is responsible for throwing all the toxins out of your body. So our body makes an endeavour to keep it all intact. Black seed oil improves the function of both the liver and the kidneys. Most importantly, studies have shown that black cumin is very effective against powerful resistant viral diseases such as hepatitis after consuming it for at least 6 months.
8. Reduces Flu’s and Fevers
As it is anti inflammatory, black seed oil can be used for a quick getaway from pain and uneasiness during flu’s and fevers. As we have read earlier,(if you haven’t then go and read our previous article right now!!) suggested recipe is mixing honey and black seed oil in a cup of warm water. Consuming this daily will not only get rid of your flu and fever, but improve your overall well-being.
9. Toothaches & gum problems
Take few drops of black cumin seed oil and directly rub on your gums for 1-2 minute to relieve the pain and soreness.
10. Asthma
Black cumin has potent anti-asthmatic effects on the airways. Black cumin contains various compounds that help reduce the intensity of asthma attacks as well as encourages and boosts your body during recovery. Thymoquinone helps to reduce inflammation and inhibits the production of mucus. Black seed is also great for reducing sinusitis, tonsillitis, and soothing sore throats which makes it great for usage as a household remedy.
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