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Author: Nature’s Impact magazine
Interest in black seed (Nigella Sativa) is finally
blossoming through the world. Modern research indicates that
this aromatic herb from the Middle East can:
• Increase T-cells for improved immune system;
• Enhance the body’s anti-tumor activity;
• Exert antioxidant and anti-tumor activity;
• Protect against bacteria and fungal infections;
• Relieve prostate inflammation; and
• Increase flow of milk in nursing mothers.
Black seed provides 15 amino acids, carbohydrates, Saponins,
alkaloids, calcium, fiber, iron, potassium, 23 plant
sterols, and volatile oils. Compounds in these volatile oils
help block the spread of several strains of bacteria and
Candida. Thymoquinone, a major component in black seed’s
volatile oils, appears to have potent therapeutic impact on
rheumatism and related inflammatory diseases. In the 13th
century, the Arabic healer Ibn Kaym recommended black seed
for more than 50 medical conditions, including bronchial
asthma, bronchitis, including bronchial asthma, bronchitis,
and other respiratory tract problems. It has also been used
over the last 2,000 years to reduce inflammation, relieve
arthritis pain, soothe digestive troubles, treat
constipation, combat parasites, cleanse and strengthen the
liver, and promote vitality and overall good health.
Chakravarty N: Inhibition of histamine release from the mast
cells by Nigellone. Annals of Allergy 70:237-241, March
1993; Houghton PJ, Zarka R, de las Heras B, Hoult JRS: Fixed
oil of Nigella Sativa and derived Thymoquinone inhibit
elcosanoid generation in leukocytes and membrane lipid
peroxidation, planta Med 61:33-36, 1995.
Reprinted from Nature’s Impact magazine June/July 98 issue
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