Introduction

Nigella sativa (black cumin or black seed) belonging to the Ranunculaceae family is an annual herb with many pharmacological properties. The use of N. sativa (NS) seeds and oil in traditional remedies dates back more than 2,000 years, and the herb is described as a Melanthion by Hippocrates and Dioscorides.

Species: Nigella sativa

Black seed is also known as Nigella sativa, Black Cumin Seed, نيجيلا ساتيفا, black onion seed, onion seed, love-in-a-mist, nigelline, nigellone, black cumin, upakunchika, black jeera, black zeera, charnushka, نگیلا ستا, નિગેલા સતિવા, ኒጂላ ስቲቫ, Çörek otu, Shuniz (Arabic); Cumin Noire (French); Melanthion (Greek); Kalonji (Hindi); Siya Danah, Sisazun (Persian); Chimen Negru (Romanian); Krishna Jiraka (Sanskrit); Shuniz (Arabic); Melanthion (Greek); Kalonji (Hindi); Siya Danah, Sisazun (Persian); Chimen Negru (Romanian); Krishna Jiraka (Sanskrit); Comino Negro, Caraveggia Negra (Spanish); English Names: Black Seed, Black Cumin, Black Caraway, Love-in-the-Mist, the Fitches (Bible), Comino Negro, Caraveggia negra (Spanish); English Names: Black Seed, Black Cumin, Black Caraway, Love-in-the-Mist, the Fitches (Bible).

Appearance: Small, dark, and oblong

Typically used: Roasted whole, or roasted and then ground fresh

Origin: Black cumin originated in southern Asia, southern Europe, and North Africa. The seed is known as “Habbat al Barakah” – the blessed seed. The black cumin seed oil is known as hubbath-us-sauda in Arabic.

Flavor: Slightly bitter and reminiscent of black pepper, onions, and oregano

Aroma: Slightly peppery

Uses of Black seed

Black seeds and their oil have a long history of medicinal use in Asia and Africa as food and medicine and have long been used for a range of conditions relating to the respiratory system, digestive system, kidney and liver functions, cardiovascular system, and immune system support, as well as for general health.

18 Uses for Black Seed  (Nigella Sativa) (Kalonji)

1. Dry roast and sprinkle on cold vegetables or green salads.
2. Dry roast and sprinkle on eggs.
3. Add to any meat or vegetable curry.
4. Pair with lentils and other legumes in dal, soups, stews, and main dishes.
5. Sprinkle over butternut squash or other winter-squash soup.
6. Stir into cooked vegetable salads.
7. Garnish omelets or other types of eggs.
8. Add to stir-fries with broccoli, onions, carrots, and shitake mushrooms
9. Garnish baked or pan-fried tofu.
10. Add roasted root vegetables.
11. Combine with anise, sesame, and/or poppy seeds; sprinkle over bread dough brushed with ghee before baking, or add directly to flour, yeast, salt, and other ingredients when making dough.
12. Sprinkle over or add to savory muffins.
13. Flavor rice with nuts, spices, ginger, and black seed.
14. Mix with melted ghee or olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Enjoy with sautéed leafy greens like spinach, kale, bok choy, and collards and/or root vegetables and peas.
15. Add to spice, dried herb, and seed blends.
16. Add to hummus, cream cheese, salmon, and onion dips.
17. Try them in cream soups like Cream of Mushroom, Cream of Broccoli, and Cream of Asparagus.
18. Add to fruit and cheese dishes like watermelon and feta, tomato and mozzarella, Manchego, and fresh figs.

Crushed Black Seed Nigella Sativa Benefits

Black cumin seed and TQ have both been shown to demonstrate positive effects on the treatment of patients suffering from several medical conditions, including inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, as well as metabolic syndrome. These herbal medicines also have other advantageous properties, like antimicrobial, analgesic, and anticonvulsant, making them an effective treatment target. Black seeds’ negative side effects appear to not be considered serious.[1] 

Excellent news has made its way into medical trials thanks to its many advantages.

We believe that black seed is one of the most important plant-based ingredients on the planet. Our capsules are made with 100% crushed black seed nigella sativa, which has been shown to support anxiety, cognitive function, heart health, hormonal balance, and more! Black Seed Nigella sativa can help to treat dysentery, constipation, respiratory conditions, asthma, allergies, cough, bronchitis, emphysema, and swine flu, congestion.

Black seed can also be used to improve overall health and well-being. Black Seed Nigella sativa is a natural remedy for dysentery, constipation, respiratory conditions, asthma, allergies, cough, bronchitis, emphysema, and swine flu, congestion. It is a safe and effective remedy for treating these conditions. 

It is a natural and affordable alternative to conventional medical treatments. It is a sustainable and environmentally friendly remedy.

Table 1. The general chemical composition of N. sativa seeds^*

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References [5–10]

Cucumber Celery Salad

This recipe is vegetarian, paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and Whole30® compliant.

• ¼ tsp black seeds (Nigella sativa)
• 1 cucumber
• 2 celery ribs
• 3-4 radishes
• 3 TBSP walnuts
• Fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1 lemon
• 2 TBSP PrimalOil

Dosage: How Much Black Seed Oil Should I Take?

Interactions

Read carefully the ingredient list and nutrition facts panel of a food product to understand which ingredients and how much of each one is included before purchasing. Consider discussing this supplement with your doctor, because it might cause unwanted interactions with other foods, supplements, and medications.

Research Link Review on Clinical Trials of Black Seed (Nigella sativa ) and Its Active Constituent, Thymoquinone