Black cumin seeds – why are they good for health?

The seeds of the black cumin plant (Nigella sativa, turkey, black cumin, blackberry) have been used thousands of years ago as a spice , remedy and raw material to produce high quality and medicinal oil ( black cumin oil ). The healing properties of black cumin seeds are mentioned in the Bible, as well as in the hadith, where the statement of Prophet Muhammad was recorded that ” black cumin is a cure for all but death . “

A bottle of black cumin oil was found in the tomb of the Egyptian King Tutankhamun (stored 3300 years ago), and this oil was used by the most beautiful women in Egypt’s history (Queen Nefertiti and Cleopatra) as a skin and hair care product . In ancient Egypt, black caraway was used to improve digestion, colds , infections and toothache .Christians used cumin for cleansing from parasites and intestinal worms and against flatulence .

How to use black cumin seeds?

Black cumin seeds are used as a spice in India, Middle East countries, Egypt, Turkey, Bangladesh… Black cumin seeds are used for preparing vegetable dishes, decorating and flavoring salads, as well as for decorating bread and rice dishes. Black cumin seeds can be consumed whole or ground .

Ground black cumin and honey are a great choice for people who are not fans of bitter foods and spices. Honey will greatly alleviate the bitter taste of black cumin seeds. Whole seeds are mainly used for salads or as a spice while frying vegetable dishes.

It is enough to consume one teaspoon of these seeds daily . Black cumin seeds are nutritionally rich.

Black cumin seeds are a spice that gives Ramadan buns and naan (a traditional bread popular in Pakistan and the Middle East) an irresistible aroma.

In India, the very popular “five spice blend” (pancha poran) is used to flavor many foods, especially legumes . This spice blend is a combination of five types of seeds in equal proportions (black cumin, mustard , cumin, fennel and fenugreek). This blend gives a unique aroma to dishes and is also medicinal (helps digestion and prevents bloating).

A mixture of five seeds is briefly fried in butter or oil and added to cooked legumes, for flavor and easier digestion of legumes. This blend is also used to prepare digestible vegetables (such as pumpkin, pumpkin , cabbage, and karela).

To prepare the vegetable dish, this mixture should be briefly fried in oil or butter, then the vegetables and other spices (as per the recipe) should be added.

Black cumin – nutritional richness

The ancient Egyptians were well aware of the benefits of black cumin seeds for digestion , and were often taken to soothe their overloaded stomach, very often after lavish feasts. Apart from spice, this seed has many health benefits that make it a natural remedy .

Black cumin seeds contain more than one hundred chemical substances , which promote good health. Black cumin seeds contain vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, folic acid , calcium, iron, copper, zinc , phosphorus and many other minerals and vitamins .

Black cumin seeds – health benefits

Due to the high content of essential omega-acids, black cumin seeds reduce bad cholesterol levels and help control high blood pressure .

You can also use black cumin oil as a disinfectant for wounds on the body. Black caraway also affects a variety of autoimmune diseases and conditions such as:

• multiple sclerosis
• rheumatoid arthritis
• psoriasis
• asthma
• chronic fatigue
• high cholesterol
• varicose veins
• diabetes mellitus
• hemorrhoids
• high blood pressure
• bronchitis
• coughing
• pneumonia
• sinusitis
• diarrhea
• liver disease
• poor circulation
• depression
• PMS
• AIDS -a
• kidney stones

Black cumin oil makes nails brighter and stronger, prevents hair loss, acts to remove dandruff, nourishes dry skin and regenerates dry skin cells.

Black cumin seeds help to treat and treat skin diseases such as acne and psoriasis . Mask of powdered seeds of black cumin and honey is an excellent treatment for oily skin prone to acne and helps heal minor scars from acne . Black cumin seed creams are effective for the treatment of eczema , psoriasis, acne, and skin rejuvenation .

Black caraway is a natural antibiotic and antiviral , which has no harmful effects. Consuming black cumin seeds on a regular basis will help boost the immune system and thus help fight various bacterial and viral infections and colds .

Black caraway maintains a healthy bacterial flora of the digestive system and stimulates liver and kidney function. In addition, black cumin seeds are used to relieve ailments such as headache , toothache, colds and infection.

If you include black cumin seeds in your diet , you will take a significant step towards health while enjoying the unique aroma and aroma of the meal. Black cumin seeds must be stored in a tightly closed container and stored in a dry and dark place to preserve the aroma and medicinal properties.

A large body of research confirms that black caraway can serve to combat serious illnesses as it enhances immunity. Black caraway in any form is recommended for people who have a hereditary factor for a tumor or cancer. The recommended dose is 20 drops of caraway oil after meals, three times a day.