The black seed is also mentioned in the Bible in Isiah 28:25-27 as the ‘fitches’. Ibn Senna, known in the West as Avicenna, who wrote the great medical treatise 'The Canon of Medicine', referred to the nigella sativa as the seed ‘that stimulates the body's energy and assists recovery from fatigue’.
The ancient Egyptians recognized and used the nigella sativa and described it as a magic potion (cure for problems and diseases / natural remedies). Tutankamun even had a jug of the oil in his tomb!, and Cleopatra reputedly used it as part of her skin care preparations. The Romans also knew this seed and called it Greek Coriander and used it as a dietary supplement.
In the first century, Dioscoredes cited that the nigella sativa were taken to heal head aches, nasal congestion, toothache and intestinal worms.
What is Nigella Sativa (the black seed)?
Nigella Sativa can grow between 16-24 inches in height and presents white flowers wherein the nigella sativa can be found. When rubbed together they release a strong aromatic smell which resembles that of oregano and the crunchy textured seeds have a strong spicy/peppery flavor with a slight bitterness.The nigella sativa grows in Russia, Turkey, Middle and Far East, Indonesia, India, France, Germany and the Mediterranean Basin.
Nigella Sativa is known commonly in Arabic as Habbat-ul-Baraka (blessed seed) and in English as Love in the Mist.
Benefits of Nigella Sativa / Habbatussauda
There are many reasons that people prefer to turn to herbal remedies / natural remedies than prescription medicines. Cost, convenience and considerations over the impurities in, and side effect of, medications conduct many to the means of taking control over their health.
Here are a number of of the benefits of Nigella sativa that has been confirmed by investigation and scientists. Given the study of this natural remedies is still ongoing, the list of disorders that can be cured by Nigella sativa will definitely get longer in the future. In fact, traditionally Nigella sativa is also used to heal heart problems, hair loss, hypertension, liver disease, diabetic issues etc. Although apparently not yet proven scientifically, does not mean that Nigella sativa benefits of natural remedies in doubt. The deficiency of scientific data does not mean that a traditional treatments is not effective, but just because the world of science is not yet examined the therapeutic effect secrets.
Indigestion drug. Nigella sativa effective to killt bacteria, including the drugs resist bacteria, such as the E. coli, cholera bacterium and shigella spp. That's why, Nigella sativa may be used to treat disorders of the digestive system caused by bacterial infection and other causes of non-specific abdominal symptoms such as dyspepsia, heartburn, vomiting and diarrhea.
Boost immune system. Nigella sativa can boost protection, especially in patients who have impaired immune systems. In accordance to study, Black Seed caps of one gram, twice a day for four weeks can help improve T-cell ratio between positive and negative up to 72%. Have the better of immunity plays an important role in the healing of colds, influenza, AIDS, and other health conditions associated with the immune system.
Increasing the amount of milk. Nigella increases the production of milk in nursing mothers due to a combination of elements of the lipid and hormonal structure contained therein. In addition, it contain arginine, that is important for infant growth.
Cancer drugs, Fatty acids on Nigella sativa can inhibit cancer cell development. Nigella sativa stimulates the bone marrow productivity, interferon production, and cell immunity. It may help to protects normal cells against cell destroying viruses and against tumor cells without damaging healthy cells.
Source of nutrition, Nigella sativa contains pro-vitamin A, sodium, potassium, iron and calcium. Although needed in small portions by the body, these elements act as co-factors for several enzyme functions. Nigella sativa also has eight of the nine essential amino acids. The acids cannot be synthesized in our bodies that need to be taken from the outside.
Asthma and allergy medications. Histamine is a substance released by the body's immune system as an allergic reaction. Crystalline nigellone on Nigella sativa has a pro-kinase C, a substance known to block histamine release. Giving Nigella sativa can reduce allergic reactions in most patients with asthma, bronchitis, and other allergic diseases with safe.
Anti-inflammatory drugs. Thymoquinine on nigella sativa effective as anti-inflammatory. It can be used as a topical medication on acne. To prevent acne and to smooth the skin, take one spoon of olive oil and mix with half a teaspoon of black seed oil. Gently rub on face and wash with soapy water after one hour later.
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