10 Health Benefits of Black Seed Oil

The benefits of black seed oil is massive and it’s also one of the best kept hidden natural medical secrets largely unknown to the West. Currently, despite Black Seed Oil’s obscurity in the West, it is gradually increasing in pristine notoriety.

As the health benefits of Black Seed Oil also begin to arouse massive positive reviews, awareness of this natural herbal remedy supplement continues to generate further inquiry into its usage.

Despite often suppression of beneficial holistic effects natural herbal remedies are making a comeback into observance by western medicine. People seem to be more willing now more than ever before to research the benefits of natural holistic alternatives in contrast to the use of heavy chemically induced FDA approved drugs.

It’s a known fact that natural herbal remedies over the years have been demonized as inferior or mythical approaches to treatment. However, studies continue to show when conducted, in the case of Black seed Oil in particular, the tremendous amount of beneficial health effects this nature substance can release into the Human Body. As a result, some people are opting to try herbal alternatives some of which have recorded usage dating back thousands of years.

 

 

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Nigella Sativa  commonly called, Black seed Oil is an oil derived by pressing the seeds of the Nigella Sativa plant. The seeds are also referred to as black cumin. The nutrient-rich oil of black seed has been used for hundreds of years in the Middle East and South Asia as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. Studies have shown that black seed oil is an effective anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory remedy.

 

Historical accounts of Black Seed use date back as far as the times of King Tut in Ancient Egypt. Cleopatra reportedly used black cumin seed oil for beautiful hair and skin and Hippocrates was fond of using it for digestive troubles.

There are now over 800 studies showing the effects of black cumin seed oil and there is promising research on the use of black cumin seed oil for dealing with autoimmune disease

The recommended daily dosage is one teaspoon of black seed oil per day. The oil can be mixed in warm or cold drinks, or it can be added on top of many foods right before consuming. It can also be used topically as a chest rub for respiratory problems.

Here is list of proposed known health benefits of Black Seed Oil.

1. Allergies

Black seed helps reduce the common symptoms of allergies such as watery eyes, and sneezing.

2. Asthma Relief

The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of Black Seed Oil help reduce the symptoms of acute asthma and coughs by relaxing bronchial muscles.

3. Weight Loss

The Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders published a study systematically reviewing the literature for plants that have anti-obesity properties and discovered that black seed oil was amongst the most effective natural remedies on the planet. (1)

Black seed Oil also works as an anti-inflammatory agent that is known to help people to lose weight especially stubborn belly fat. Specifically, by decreasing these weight gain triggers, black seed oil has helped millions shed excess weight (2)

4. Skin

Protects the Skin from Damage. Heals skin cells and offers a rejuvenating fresh youthful skin appearance with its continual application.

5. Hair

Black seed oil has an incredible ability to help restore hair loss. It’s uncertain how Black seed oil aides in hair growth but its ability to restore hair health can be contributed to the powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties could felicitate the strengthening of hair follicles.

6. Digestion

Nigella Sativa aid in digestion and may decrease gas, bloating and stomach pain. Black seed oil is often sometimes used in remedies for intestinal parasites. In preliminary studies, it was also shown to inhibit the growth of colon cancer cells with no negative side effects.

7. Cancer

Being rich in both chemicals, black seed is unique in that it can help prevent and treat cancer through a variety of mechanisms (3).

8. High Blood Pressure

The active ingredients within Black seed oil is effective in reducing high blood pressure.

9. Diabetes

Nigella sativa is one of the few substances on the planet that is suggested to help prevent both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Black seed “improves glucose tolerance as efficiently as metformin; yet it has not shown significant adverse effects and has very low toxicity”(4).

10. Liver Health

Every toxin gets processed through the liver, and the bile from the liver is the key to digesting fats and keeping your mind and body healthy.

In a recent study scientists discovered that black seed oil benefits the function of the liver and helps prevent both damage and disease (5).


Black Seed Oil is a phenomenal natural substance that has been used for thousands of years for its ability to support health. It is also considered safe for culinary use and a very potent natural oil.

It is recommended to use Black seed oil in moderation. Consult with a doctor before use if you have a previous medical condition or are pregnant/nursing.

Black seed oil is available at most health food stores, as well as through online shops. Recommended brand to use Amazing Herbs Black Seed Oil liquid form also available on amazon.com.

Ever heard of or used black seed oil? How do you like it? Feel free to comment and Share below!

10 thoughts on “10 Health Benefits of Black Seed Oil

  1. Thank you for sharing I never knew any of this information great to know blessings

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    1. You’re very welcome.

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  2. www.Simply-Pure.org.uk October 22, 2016 — 10:19 am

    I consume 1g of black seed oil everyday. Research shows that the major active ingredient within black seed is THYMOQUINONE. See my detailed article on this. Very interesting indeed and thanks for writing this informative article.

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  3. I have just started taking black seed oil alongside manuka honey as a supposed ” supermix ” after just having a radiotherapy.

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  4. I’m taking black seed oil just resently. I am glad with the effects of black seed oil. It makes me active everyday and it makes my skin smooth and fare. Me and my family used it as a supplement and we add it up to the food we take everyday.

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    1. That’s fantastic. It does seem that Black seed oil as a natural occuring substance truly possesses great beneficial qualties to it.

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    2. I am one of those users of black seed oil and I can say that it change me a lot especially my health. It makes me more energetic and active in my work’s project and activity. My parents are already taking it for they can see it that I became more healthy than before.

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  5. I am one of the million users of black seed oil too, bogs. I want also to recommend you the strong black seed oil for it is more effective than the black seed oil. I used it as a supplement to be healthy.

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