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Black seed oil is no longer a food, but a nutraceutical.

Black seed oil comes from a medicinal plant called Nigella sativa (black cumin). People have used this plant for thousands of years, but scientists have only started explaining its effects through clinical research in recent decades.

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Thymoquinone (TQ)  is the main active ingredient, but the plant contains more than 100 beneficial compounds.

Black seed oil stands out as one of the most effective natural supplements.

Remember that anyone can have an individual intolerance to any product. While reactions to black seed oil happen rarely, they still occur. Some people with digestive problems might experience nausea or diarrhea. If you have a serious medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking this supplement and don't stop your regular medications on your own.

Most studies show benefits from taking 500 mg to several grams (about 0.5-1 tsp). But it is better to start with a smaller dosage.

Can you add it to food? Yes, many people use it in cooking, but keep two things in mind:

1. Don't heat the oil (so avoid using it for marinades).

2. The oil has a strong aroma (pleasant and spicy, similar to rosemary), so use small amounts mixed with other oils.

Research shows that Black seed oil offers promising natural treatment options for many diseases. Black seeds and their component thymoquinone help treat various conditions, including:

• Chronic non-infectious diseases (neurological disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol problems, inflammatory diseases, cancer)

• Infectious diseases (bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections)

Studies on animals and humans show that black seeds and thymoquinone might help treat male infertility. Scientists now pay more attention to their antioxidant properties since they work as dietary supplements with minimal side effects.

Black seed oil can enhance their effects when combined with regular medical treatments. This combination might help reduce medication doses and improve effectiveness while lowering toxicity. It also helps overcome drug resistance problems.

Meta-analyses of many randomized controlled studies in which black seed oil was taken as a supplement indicate the following:

1. It can lower inflammatory responses and markers of oxidative stress in the body. ⁽¹⁾

2. It decreases oxidative stress and may preserve the integrity of pancreatic β cells. ⁽²⁾

3. Significantly affects plasma lipid concentrations, decreasing total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. ⁽³⁾

4. Black seed oil supplements effectively treat NAFLD (Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease). ⁽⁴⁾ The oil improves several important health markers, including:

   • Liver enzymes (ALT and AST)

   • Fasting blood sugar levels

   • Good cholesterol (HDL)

   • Inflammation markers (hs-CRP)

   • Amount of fat buildup in the liver

5. A 500 mg capsule of non-volatile black seed oil works as an antihistamine (an allergy-fighting substance). ⁽⁵⁾ TQ provides three key benefits:

   • Fights against histamine (helps reduce allergic reactions)

   • Reduces inflammation

   • Boosts the immune system

6. TQ and d-, hederine have been shown to have potent anticancer and chemosensitizing effects against various types of cancer through modulation. ^{(6, 7, 8, 9)}

7. Also, TQ enhances the anticancer effect of chemotherapeutic agents and radiation therapy in combination therapy.

8. Black seed oil's compounds block certain mouth enzymes.  This action helps reduce bacteria that cause gum problems and bad breath. ⁽¹⁰⁾

9. TQ, α-hederin, and nigellidine can help combat COVID-19.  ⁽¹¹⁾

10. Using 10% black seed oil lotion reduces the number of blackheads, mainly due to its anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and antimicrobial properties.  ⁽¹²⁾

Black seed oil contains unsaturated fatty acids (omega-6), including linoleic acid (LA). Excessive consumption of LA leads to many diseases. This cheat sheet is important for maintaining the right balance of omega-3 and omega-6.

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Kos and Helen.

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