Black cumin

Black cumin ( Black Seed ) is a plant that has been used to make medicine for over 2000 years. Black c umin was even found in the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs. Historically, black cumin was used for headaches, toothache, nasal congestion and worm infestation of the digestive tract. It was also used for conjunctivitis, abscesses and parasites. Today, black cumin is used to treat problems of the digestive tract including flatulence, colic, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation and hemorrhoids. It is also used for respiratory problems including asthma, allergies, coughs, bronchitis, emphysema, influenza and swine flu. Other uses include lowering blood pressure, reducing cholesterol levels, treating cancer and improving immune function. Women use black seed for birth control, to induce menstruation and to increase milk flow. Some people apply black cumin directly to the skin for rheumatic joint pain, headaches and certain skin conditions. Black cumin is used as a spice in sutures.

How does black cumin work?

There is some scientific evidence to suggest that black seed may help improve the function of the immune system, fight cancer, prevent pregnancy and reduce allergic reactions through an antihistamine effect, but there has not yet been enough research conducted on humans.

How effective is black seed?

There is not enough scientific data to evaluate the effectiveness of black seed for digestive problems including flatulence and diarrhea, asthma, allergies, coughs, bronchitis, flu, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, menstrual problems, painful joints, headaches and skin problems, as well as for promoting immune system function, preventing cancer, birth control and increasing milk flow. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of black seed in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Black seed appears to be safe and harmless for most people when used in small amounts as found in food. However, there is not enough information to assess whether higher medicinal doses are safe and harmless. Black seed can cause allergic skin reactions when applied to the skin.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Black seed appears to be safe and safe during pregnancy in normal dietary amounts. However, ingestion of larger amounts is not safe and harmless as black seed may slow or stop uterine contractions. Not much is known about the use of black seed during breastfeeding, so breastfeeding women should avoid black seed.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of black cumin depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for black seed. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

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