Black Cumin Seed Oil (or call it Black Coriander Oil) comes from the Nigella Sativa plant that is native to Asia, it was called Panacea in Ancient Egypt. It was said that Cleopatra used it as a beauty treatment for her skin and hair, Hippocrates, the famous Greek physician used it to cure digestive and metabolic disorders. One prophet of an holy book called it a remedy for every illness except death. It has been in existence and discovered many millenniums ago. The plant is technically part of the buttercup family and has small, black, crescent shaped seeds. Historical accounts of Black Cumin Seed use date back as far as the times of King Tut in Ancient Egypt.

There are studies showing the effects of cumin seed oil and the research on the use of black cumin seed oil for dealing with autoimmune disease. . It is safe for culinary use (with moderate amount, not more than a few teaspoons per day).

The most active compound in the Black Cumin Seed Oil is known as Crystalline Nigellone and Thymoquinone, which you may not likely found in some black seeds except the Black cumin seed oil from Morocco which contains several nutrients, essential acids and compounds like; calcium, copper , palmitol, Folic Acid, stearic acid, Iron, Oleic, Linoleic Acids(Omega 3&6), Sitosterol, , protein, vitamin B1, B2 & B3, Zinc, Folate and Phosphorous.

 

Black Cumin Seed Oil benefits:

Diabetes

Some Studies revealed that just few grams daily of black cumin seed could reduce high blood sugar levels, also decreased insulin resistance, and increased beta-cell activity in the pancreas. It causes gradual partial regeneration of pancreatic beta-cells, increases the decreased serum insulin level and reduces the serum glucose level.

Epilepsy

Another study found black cumin seed oil to be potent at reducing the rate of seizures in children who resisted conventional treatment. Black cumin seed oil has anti-convulsive quality.

Asthma & Allergies

Several studies revealed that black cumin seed oil contains anti-asthmatic properties and depending on the cause, it was sometimes more effective than conventional treatments. The same components make it beneficial for relieving disorder of the immune system of many people.

Skin Infections and Diseases

Black cumin seed oil is very useful to cure skin infections, diseases and other problems like eczema and psoriasis. It helps relieves inflammation and also improves the rate at which skin heals.

Digestion

Nigella Sativa seeds are carminative, that is they aid in digestion and may help to subside gas, bloating and stomach pain. Black seed oil is often sometimes used in remedies for intestinal parasites. In some studies, it was shown to inhibit the growth of colon cancer cells with no side effects.

Candida and Fungus

Black Cumin seed oil was also shown to be helpful in combating candida and fungal infections in the intestine and on the skin.

Cancers

Research revealed that a compound in black cumin seeds oil, Thymoquinone, helps induce apoptosis (cell death) in leukemia cells and other studies have shown this same effect in breast cancer cells, , cervical cancer, brain tumor cells, pancreatic cancer, oral cancer cells and cavity forming bacteria. Black cumin seed oil is sometimes recommended as a natural protection against radiation and used in conjunction with conventional treatments.

Heart Health

Thymoquinone in Nigella Sativa seeds has a protective effect on the heart, improves healthy cholesterol levels and normalizes blood pressure.

MRSA and Helicobacter pylori

Methicillin Resistant staphylococcus Aureus is one of the most dangerous superbugs and MRSA is plaguing hospitals because ordinary staphylococcus infections are becoming resistant to generic antibiotics. But black cumin seed oil comes to the rescue. Study shows that black cumin seed oil was effective for patients with H.pylori infections . Studies have also shown that Nigella Sativa was effective against MRSA.

Skin and Hair

Black cumin seed oil is used China and in some countries to naturally soften, strengthen and promote healthy skin and help increase hair growth. Some studies suggest that it can be a very useful remedy against scars and to prevent scar formation on wounds. Black Cumin Seed oil has a powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, it strengthen hair follicles, and promote strengthened hair roots. In the retina, choroid, epidermis, and melanin are pigments that protect the skin from damage.

Immune Health

Nigella Sativa is very special in it way of boosting the immune system. It comprises of antioxidants, useful acids and vitamins B1, B2 &B3 which supports the immune system. Black cumin seeds help to balance the immune system, whereby it increases immune functions against the body’s healthy tissue.

It is best used as an alternative viral disease protocols for decades and it is usually recommended on various immune attacking diseases. It was found by researchers that black cumin seed oil is of immense importance and it usefulness cannot be over emphasized as it has withstand the test of time and proved ever potent.