Health Benefits of Black Cumin

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One cannot imagine that a small triangular shaped seed black in color will have an unimaginable therapeutic efficacy. The seed which is known as Kalonji in India is popularly known as Black cumin or Black seed. The seed is made up of a herb named Nigella sativa. Such are the benefits of these seeds that it can cure any illness and increases the immune system in the body. Originally the seed was used in Middle and Far East countries and later it found its way into India. In India these seeds are generally used to add flavors to various food preparations especially pickles.


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Following are some of the benefits of Black cumin (Nigella sativa):-

  • First and foremost these are primarily used to increase the immunity in the body to fight against any bacterial, fungal and viral infections
  • As per a research conducted in India, black cumin seeds help in inhibiting the growth of a common type cancer cells
  • These seeds help in increasing the milk flow in lactating mothers
  • If used as an ointment these seeds acts as anti-inflammatory medicines, helping in getting relief from joint pains and arthritis
  • Black cumin seeds if used with carrot juice helps in improving the eyesight
  • These can also be used in paste form to get relief from piles and also other skin related diseases
  • It can also be used as a cleanser

Extracting oil from the herb Nigella sativa is also helpful in curing many diseases. As per the research the oil is 35 to 50% more effective and easy to use.

Following are the benefits of Black cumin oil if mixed with honey and a cup of warm water:-

  • Helpful in the treatment of Asthma, cold and cough
  • Taking the mixture three times a day helps in improving the conditions of polio and paralytic patients
  • If taken twice a day it helps in stimulating menstrual periods
  • The mixture is helpful in removing the stone from kidney, bladder and uterus
  • It also helps in the treatment of epilepsy
  • Various abdomen and liver diseases are cured by consuming the mixture
  • Helps in fighting the problem of over-weight or obesity
  • Mixing black cumin oil and honey and keeping it on the tongue twice a day helps in overcoming the problem of stammering

Other diseases that can be cured with black cumin are:

  • Diabetes
  • Headache
  • Rhinitis
  • Tastelessness

Side effects

No irritations or side effects are noticed if properly consumed. The benefits can be seen if used consistently for a considerable period of time. Although safe and can be used by anyone but it is recommended that the treatment be supervised as sometimes it lowers blood sugar levels.

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