MEDICINAL BENEFITS OF BLACK CUMIN SEEDS | KALONJI SEEDS.

HEALTH | MEDICINAL | BENEFITS OF BLACK CUMIN SEEDS | KALONJI SEEDS. 

Black Cumin seeds, looking like small seeds, consist of various nutritional components like carbohydrates, fibers, vitamins (A, B, B2, and C), sodium, potassium, iron, zinc, etc.

Composition:

• Protein: 20.85%
• Fats: 38.20% 
• Carbohydrates: 31.94% 
• Moisture: 4.37% 
• Ash: 4.37% 
• Fiber: 7.94% 
• Sodium: lower level.
• Potassium: lower level.
• Phosphorous: lower level.
• Iron: lower level.
• Zinc: lower level.
• Calcium: lower level.
• Magnesium: lower level.
• Copper: lower level.

• Scientific Name: Nigella sativa L.
• Common Name: Black Cumin or Black Cumin Seed.
• Hindi Name: Kalonji.
• Question: What are Kalonji seeds called in English?
• Answer: Black Cumin Seeds.
• Other Names: Black Caraway, Fennel Flower Seeds, The Blessed Seeds, Love in the mist.
• Family: Ranunculus (Ranunculaceae).

The seeds possess a fragrance identical to fennel and contain an intense flavor relatively comparable to nutmeg consumed in herbal medicines and as a spice. 

Black Cumin Plant

Where do Kalonji seeds come from?

Historically Black Cumin Plant used in medical traditions and are found in various parts of the Africa and Mediterranean. 

In India, Black Cumin Seeds are found in the Middle East and various parts of North Africa, consumed as a herbal remedy, spices and broad range of ailments.

The plant is occasionally cultivated as an ornamental for its glamorous blooms.

• Plant height: 10 to 24 inches.
• Flower color: White or Pale Blue/Purple with 5 petals and 5-6 lengthened fused carpel.
• Seeds structure: Black triangular or pyramidal.

What are Kalonji seeds used for?

Traditionally Black Cumin Seed oil used in Ayurveda and Islamic medicines for the treatment of various diseases and ailments.

• Used for Menstrual problems:
  

Black Cumin Seeds are used for the menstrual problems to facilitate lactation.

• Used for Digestive Problems:
  

In digestive troubles, Black Cumin Seeds can be used for the treatment of the digestive disorder.

• Used for Respiratory infections:
  

Black Cumin Seed oil can reduce various respiratory problems like asthma, bronchitis and rheumatoid arthritis by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. 

• Black Cumin Seeds properties: 

• Antimicrobial,
• Antifungal,
• Anti-parasitic,
• Anti-inflammatory,
• Antioxidant.

• Used for Diabetes and Hypertension:

Because of these properties, Black Cumin Seeds can be beneficial to hypertension and diabetes by improving blood sugar levels in the body. 

• Lower Liver and Kidney disease complications:

Black Cumin Seeds removes toxins from the body and helps in metabolizing the drugs resulting in the protection of liver against damage and injury. 

• Used for Skin problems:

Massaging Black Cumin Seed oil soften and moisturize the skin and can cure various skin problems like Eczema Ringworms and Acne. 

• Used for Hair problems: 

Is Kalonji good for hair?

Black Cumin Seed Oil has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant property which gives strengths and nutrients to hairs, fights hair loss, controls dandruff, and can prevent hairs from premature greying by applying Black Cumin Seed oil on hairs before 30 minutes of washing of hairs.

• Used to Kill off Bacteria:

The antibacterial property found in Black Cumin Seeds is very effective in fighting off the harmful infections and bacterial strains like Ear infection and pneumonia.

• Used to cure Cancer: 

Modern studies demonstrated that Antioxidants and Thymoquinone present in Black Cumin Seeds can cure leukemia, brain and breast cancer by reducing tumors and influencing systematic cell death. Various scientific studies indicated that it also suppressed tumor growth (tumor reducing property).

• Used for Infertility: 
  

Does black seed oil help sexually?

Clinically, it is tested that Black Cumin Seeds oil can increase sperm score, semen quantity and also sperm tendency.

Important Notes: 

• Black Cumin Capsules and tablets are available at numerous health and medical stores.

• A person consuming any medicine should ask to doctor before using Black Cumin Supplement as it doesn't replace medication.

• Breastfeeding women or pregnant women should consult their doctor regarding the intake and dosage of Black Cumin Seeds.

(All content and images are for educational purpose).

Thanks...