Black cumin seeds, or Nigella sativa, have been prized for over 3,000 years for their healing powers. They’re in the Bible and Quran, and are called “the seed of good” in Arabic. They have lots of health perks and are a natural fix for many common ills.
Here are some top benefits of black cumin:
Cancer Defense: It might stop cancer cells from growing, a safe way to handle some cancers. Diabetes Control: It helps steady blood sugar, cuts insulin resistance and glycated hemoglobin. Pain Ease: Works for back, knee and joint pain when mixed with honey and vinegar. Hair Care: Makes hair grow and stops hair loss when used on the scalp. Digestion Aid: Soothes constipation, gets rid of gas and fights gut worms. Epilepsy Help: Has anticonvulsant action, eases symptoms in kids with epilepsy. H. Pylori Fighter: As good as triple therapy for H. Pylori bugs.
You can take black cumin as oil, capsules or tea. It’s a handy natural health helper to add to your day.