Black Seeds
Nigella sativa (black caraway, also known as black cumin, nigella, kalojeera, kalonji or kalanji) is an annual flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to a large region of the eastern Mediterranean, northern Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, and West Asia.
It grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and produces a fruit with seeds that are used as a flavorful spice in many cuisines. The most common English name for it is Black Seed. The oil extracted from Black Seed has a rich composition of more than 100 compounds including Essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, comprised of approximately 21% protein, 38% carbohydrates, and 35% plant fats and oils. Today, black seed is used for treating digestive tract conditions including gas, colic, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Benefit
- It helps in boosting heart health by controlling bad cholesterol levels in your body.
- It is also used for respiratory conditions including asthma, allergies, cough, bronchitis, emphysema, flu, swine flu, and congestion.
- Hypertension symptoms can be controlled naturally with the help of Kalonji seeds.
- It is effective in regulating your blood sugar levels.
- Kalonji is high in antioxidants, which help neutralize harmful free radicals that may contribute to the development of diseases like cancer.
Direction for Use
A single dose of 50-100 mg has also been used mixed with honey or water.