Nigella Sativa a.k.a Black seed or Kalonji or black cumin seed. It is a three millenia old mystical herb, which got popular in use during and after the time of Prophet Mohammed(P.B.UH) 1400 years ago.
It has been Reported by Aishah (R.A) that the Prophet Mohammed(P.B.U.H) Said: " There is a healing in black seed for every disease except death" [Al bukhari & Muslim]
What exactly is Black Seed? Why is it considered as a Prophetic Elixir?
Nigella Sativa or Black Seed is a small flowering shrub with purple or white tinged flower, the shrubs produces fruits that have tiny black seeds which has been in used in remedies for thousands of years. So much so that black seed has been found in King tuts tomb emphasizing their importance in history for healing and protection.
An Image of Nigella Sativa flower.
The Image shows raw black seed which is then cold pressed to extract the oil.
Black Seed is more nutritious and convenient when consumed in oil form.
Science has backed The Prophets(P.B.U.H) statement. Scientist have found Black seed oil to contain high Protein, Carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, Vitamins A,B1 & C, calcium, potassium, iron and Niacin. It also contains Nutrients which the FDA recommends to devoid ourselves from diseases and slow down aging traits.
Dr. Michael Tierra, author of Planetary Herbology found black seed oil to be high in above essential nutrients. In his research he has also found an important organic molecule called sterols present in black seed oil. Among the sterols, especially beta-sitosterol is known to have anti-carcinogenic properties.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5633670/
Heres A study on clinical trials of black seed oil in the Journal of Pharamcopuncture.
So, why should we consume black seed? How will it benefit us? Lets see.
Here are 10 Incredible benefits of Black Seed oil
- It has Powerful Anti inflammatory properties
- Its Filled with Anti-oxidants
- Helps in fighting obesity
- Helps Treat Breathing disorders
- Tell your skin allergies good bye!
- Strengthens Bones
- Strong anti bacterial effect
- Cancer prevention
- Get quality sleep
- Vanish your Headaches
Here are two Links, which can give you more information on the Benefits of Black seed oil.
- https://swirlster.ndtv.com/wellness/10-incredible-health-benefits-of-black-seed-oil-2228713
- https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/10-incredible-health-benefits-of-nigella-seeds-kalonji-1456233
I have been Consuming black seed oil for quiet some time now. I have experienced exceptional positive chnages.
- Spike in my energy levels
- Reduction in headaches
- Helped me in my weight loss.
- Quality Sleep.
There are many ways to consume black seed oil. Il tell you how I consume it. I take Half teaspoon of organic honey and add 3 drops of black seed oil and devour it on empty stomach in the morning and after dinner in the night.
This is black seed I use and you can easliy buy it on amazon.in. There many other brands which sell this magical herb in your country and local stores.
Hope this insight on Black seed oil has benefited you.
Thank you for reading.