The Amazing Black Seed !
Nigella sativa is an annual flowering plant, which belongs to the Ranunculacea family. The plant is found in southwestern Asia and parts of the Mediterranean and Africa, where it has been used in cooking and medicine.
For 1400 years, the black seed is used for diseases. It is also called “miraculous herb,” it is popular for the cure of every disease. The main composition of black seed is21% protein (Nigella, melatin), phosphate, iron, phosphorate, 38% carbohydrate, volatile oil( nigellone, and thymoquinone) 28%, linoleic acid, oleic acid, calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin B2, niacin, and vitamin C. It has antibacterial, anti-cancer, anti-viral activities that fight with the diseases. It also stimulates different hormones that give us strength. Nigella and melatin have digestive benefits in them. Mix half teaspoon of black seed with yogurt can give relief from stomach pain and cramps. The black seed cures digestive problems. Nigellone has antispasmodic and bronchodilation effect, so used in respiratory disease and allergies. Half a teaspoon of black seed in the morning can cure asthma and all respiratory disorders. Thymoquinone has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant properties that remove toxins from the body. It is scientifically proven that it is good for weight loss, balancing insulin level, regulated cholesterol in the blood, improve liver function, skin & hair care, inflammation & infection, cancer, and all sorts of other conditions & diseases.
Taking a black seed with orange juice in the morning keeps you fresh and active all day. For peaceful sleep, take black seed with hot water at night.
The seeds can flavor curries, pickles, and bread. High-quality black seed oil is also suitable for use in cooking, baking, and beverages. Toasted black seed can be sprinkled on flatbreads like a naan, bagels or biscuits. Black seed can be added to soups, and stir-fries. Grinding them and mixing them with other seasoning flavors, herbs like mustard, fennel, and cumin seeds.
Add the black cumin in your daily diet and enjoy its ultimate benefit.
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It is narrated by Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) said:
‘Use the black seed because it heals all diseases except death.’
