C. Gatti
Black cumin seed oil comes
from the Nigella sativa plant. It was commonly used by the Egyptians for upset
stomachs, boost the immune system, and treat inflammation. Even King Tut had a
bottle of black cumin seed in his tomb! Today this oil aids the digestive
system, increases the production of bone marrow, fights respiratory infections,
and can be used as a birth control.
Black cumin
seed oil can be taken as directed by a doctor for fatigue by stimulating the
body’s energy. It also can alleviate anxiety.
Black cumin
seed is used to treat respiratory illnesses such as bronchitis and asthma
because it opens the airways and reduces inflammation.
The oil is
also used as a topical agent to heal eczema, ease joint pain and alleviate
headaches. Try adding the oil to the temples, around the nose, and eyes to help
with migraines.
Ingesting
black cumin will improve skin texture due to the essential fatty acids it
contains such as linoleic acid. Black cumin will also stimulate hair growth at
the roots and strengthen nails. It was said Queen Nefertari used black cumin
seed oil religiously for her hair.
Tumors of the
stomach, pancreas and liver have been reduced due to beta-sitisterol found in
the seeds.
Become more
mentally alert and have more brain power by taking two teaspoons of black cumin
seed oil with raw honey in yogurt or add this to a favorite juice.
Using black cumin has shown to fight HIV and
Hepatitis C in patients.