If you pay attention even a little, you will easily realize that when we speak of seed Nigel, we are dealing with a seed that has nothing trivial. So much so that it makes everyone agree, scientific and religious (it is quoted in the Bible and the Koran) are convinced of its effectiveness against an incalculable number of affections and diseases. Let's see what makes this seed so special to connoisseurs.
The key to understanding why black seed oil is so beneficial to the body is its richness in three natural chemicals.
Thymoquinone: An active ingredient in the seed Nigel, this component is also under study since the 1960s. It is well known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties that have been exploited to help fight against encephalomyelitis, diabetes, asthma and carcinogenesis.
Thymohydroquinone: this component is one of the most powerful natural acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (AChE) on the planet. To give you an idea of their usefulness, pharmaceutical grade AChE inhibitors are used in medicine to treat a wide range of cases including apathy, Alzheimer's disease, autism, glaucoma, dementia, Myasthenia gravis, schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, postural tachycardia syndrome and neurodegenerative diseases.
Thymol: it is the same active ingredient that gives essential oil of thyme its medicinal properties, thymol is a natural monoterpene that has a number of useful qualities, for which reason it is commonly used as a tuberculocide, virucidal and as a medical and general disinfectant. It is even used in food flavors, perfumes, mouthwashes and even cosmetics.
As a result, the benefits of black seed oil on the body are very numerous, we mention some of them.
Helps fight cancer
Thanks to its powerful phytochemical and antioxidant properties, it has been proven that black cumin oil helps to fight cancer naturally. Croatian scientists from the Division of Molecular Medicine in Zagreb were able to prove that thymoquinone and thymohydroquinone resulted in a 52% decrease in tumor cells.
In addition, researchers at the Sidney Kimmel US Hospital Center have shown that not only can Nigel seeds kill pancreatic cancer cells, but they also appear to inhibit their development. This is due to thymoquinone and its anti-inflammatory properties.
Promotes liver health
For those who suffer from poor liver function due to the side effects of certain medications, alcohol consumption or any illness, oil Nigel would be able to accelerate the healing process. In a recent study conducted by the Department of Therapeutic Chemistry at the National Research Center in Cairo, scientists discovered that Nigel oil improves liver function and at the same time helps protect against liver disease.
Fights diabetes
According to a recent article in the Journal of Endocrinology and Metbaolism, researchers at the Indian Medical Research Council point out that black seed oil causes partial and progressive regeneration of beta cells in the pancreas and increases serum insulin levels while decreasing high levels of serum glucose. This is due to the substance "Nigella sativa" which is one of the few to be able to prevent type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Destroys microbes
A study conducted by researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College sought to determine how well oil Nigel can be effective against certain bacteria by comparing its effect to that of several antibiotics including amoxicillin, gatifloxacin and tetracycline. According to the study: "Of 144 strains tested, most of which were resistant to a certain number of antibiotics, 97 were inhibited by black cumin oil. "
Aside from oregano oil, few things on earth can boast such potency against germs. The study revealed that this oil was particularly effective against multidrug-resistant strains.
Nevertheless, the benefits of oil nigella do not stop there and also affect the field of weight loss for those who want to achieve it as effectively as naturally. The same goes for skin protection, hair care, neutralizing infections, improving fertility and restoring the balance of cholesterol in the body.
Some recommendations concerning the oil of nigella
Before making a cutaneous use, it is advisable to carry out a preliminary patch test to avoid rashes. It is also recommended that you contact your doctor before using this oil, especially if you are a woman who is pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a condition such as high blood pressure or any bleeding disorder.
