Nigella Sativa is a beautiful and spectacular perennial plant. This treasure is also known as nigella, black cumin or black seed and caraway seed.
Black cumin (Habba sawda) has attracted the interest of millions and millions of people in recent years. And for good reason, some studies show that this spice is one of the few spices to contain the perfect blend of minerals, antioxidants and vitamins to offer healing medicinal properties.
Nigella seeds are good for your health, both in culinary and medicinal use.
But all this you already knew!
If you're here today, it's more to get the answer to the existential question: which form of nigella to choose? Nigella seeds, ground nigella capsules, or nigella oil? But here again a dilemma should I take the bottled black cumin oil or rather the black cumin oil in capsules?
So many questions that you will FINALLY have an answer to in this article!
Black cumin seeds
Black cumin seed is an ancient seed that has been used for centuries. It is part of the parsley family and has been used as a medicinal herb in India, Persia and Ancient Egypt for thousands of years.
Nigella seeds are often used as an alternative treatment for the symptoms of arthritis, asthma and other respiratory problems such as bronchitis. The active ingredient is thymoquinone, which has antioxidant properties that help fight free radicals in the body. Antioxidants are known to protect against cancer cells and heart disease by preventing cellular damage caused by free radicals created by pollution, cigarette smoke and other toxins in the environment.
However, consuming whole black cumin seeds is not the most effective way to enjoy all their medicinal benefits, because even if you chew the seeds well, they won't be able to be optimally assimilated by the body. On the other hand, ground black cumin or black cumin oil will have optimal effects on your health.
However, swapping your cumin for nigella in the preparation of your everyday dishes can be an excellent alternative, especially if you manage to consume it regularly as a complement to a varied, balanced and rich diet, and as part of a healthy lifestyle. Black cumin seeds are widely used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine, where they are eaten raw, cooked or soaked in milk. They are also an ingredient in many dishes, including salads, curries and chutneys. They are also used as a spice for meat dishes such as lamb kebabs, due to their distinctive flavor.
Milled black cumin is the most commonly used form of the spice. The seeds are ground into a powder that can be added to foods or used as an ingredient in recipes. It is often added to curries, soups and stews.
But above all, it's a matter of practicality to consume black cumin powder in capsules, as a dietary supplement. Indeed, this alternative makes it easy to benefit from all the health-giving properties of this seed. It also allows people who don't find nigella to their liking to enjoy, too, all its benefits without having to put up with its rather strong taste.
If you're looking to make the most of the medicinal properties of this exceptional seed, black cumin oil remains your best option. Whether taken as a drink or applied externally, you can use this incalculably beneficial oil for many reasons!
In fact, black cumin oil is renowned for its health benefits. It has been known to combat numerous ailments such as cancer, diabetes and more. While it has been used as an herbal remedy for centuries, modern research has shown that black cumin oil contains several active principles (carotenoids, flavonoids and triterpenes) that have powerful antioxidant effects.
They also have anti-inflammatory properties that can help fight infections such as colds and flu.
Nigella oil is commonly used as a natural remedy for asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory disorders, as it helps reduce inflammation of the airways by increasing mucus production. It can also help relieve pain caused by arthritis or muscle spasms thanks to its analgesic properties.
So many benefits that can only be guaranteed if you find the rare gem like Ethiopian black cumin oil from BioMiel & Co. Indeed, this oil is special in many ways:
- First-pressed: this is the most expensive variety, but it's also the most effective. It's made from the first pressing of the seeds, which means there's no residue left in the oil. This makes it more powerful and better for your health.
- Cold-pressed: Cold-pressed oils are produced with few changes in temperature and pressure, resulting in a more natural product. They retain their beneficial properties much longer than other types of oil, making them ideal for cooking or for adding to your foods and drinks.
- Organic: Organic products aren't exposed to pesticides or chemicals during their growing or production process, so they're safer than non-organic options. However, they don't necessarily have higher levels of nutrients either; they simply avoid harmful substances like pesticides and herbicides.
- Origin: Ethiopia produces one of the best varieties of black cumin
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Now you're thinking that I haven't yet answered your question: bottled black cumin oil or rather black cumin oil capsules?
Well, the answer is very simple, the properties remain the same and as with ground black cumin capsules, it's always a question of practicality, taste but also use more than anything else!
If you plan to use black cumin oil externally the question doesn't arise, the bottled version is what you need!
On the other hand, if you plan to consume black cumin oil, both options are open to you. However, if you can't stand the characteristic strong smell of black cumin and the almost pungent taste of its oil, cigella oil capsules are exactly what you need.
Precautions and advice on use
-Nigella is not recommended for children, adolescents and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
-It's not advisable to exceed the recommended daily dose (depending on the form of black cumin you prefer: seeds, powder or oil)
-For optimal results, we recommend a course of treatment ranging from 30 days to 60 days
