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Benefits of black seed oil9/19/2023 ![]() In a group of 64 men with fertility problems, the oil significantly improved sperm count and other fertility markers. 9. Enhances Men’s Fertilityīlack seed oil is a traditional treatment for male infertility and a study found that it is, indeed, effective. Researchers concluded that it should be studied for its potential to prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. 8. Improves MemoryĪ study of 20 healthy volunteers found that taking black seed oil daily improved memory and attention. ![]() pylori, a bacterium that can lead to ulcers. A study of 70 people suffering from the condition found that 5 milliliters of the oil daily brought relief and reduced infection from H. 7. Relieves Indigestion and Heartburnīlack seed oil can relieve dyspepsia, a combination of symptoms that can include indigestion and/or heartburn. The disease is an autoimmune reaction, and the oil helps modulate the immune system. Taking 500 mg of black seed oil in capsules, twice per day, reduced swollen joints and morning stiffness in a study of 40 women suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. The oil, applied to painful areas twice a day, was as effective as diclofenac, an anti-inflammatory drug. 5. Relieves Breast PainĬyclic mastalgia-breast pain that may be a symptom of PMS-can be relieved with the topical use of black seed oil, according to a study of 52 women. And a study of 250 men found that black seed oil by itself, or in combination with turmeric, produced some weight loss and reduced risk factors for diabetes. 4. Enhances Weight LossĪ study of 90 obese women found that adding black seed oil to a low-calorie diet produced more weight loss than the diet alone. Effective doses ranged from 18–36 mg per pound of body weight per day. In studies of 152 people suffering from various allergies, black seed oil relieved both respiratory symptoms and eczema. ![]() “It’s not something you would put on when you have an open wound, but once it starts to heal, to make sure it heals properly,” she says. To prevent scarring from a minor cut, Cates recommends applying the oil topically once the cut has started to heal. “And a lot of times we can get by using natural things that have antimicrobial benefits.” 2. Reduces Scars ![]() “We’re always trying to look at ways that we can reduce the use of antibiotics and just use them when they’re specifically indicated,” she says. “Certainly not all oils or supplements are going to have that kind of antimicrobial benefit,” says Trevor Cates, ND, author of Clean Skin from Within. 1. Fights Bacterial Infectionsīlack seed oil has an unusual ability to fight bacterial infections, even drug-resistant ones such as MRSA. ![]() In the past few years, human studies have pinpointed some specific benefits. Since 1965, nearly a thousand scientific articles have been published on Nigella sativa, the Latin name for black seed, documenting anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, and immune-enhancing properties. And for thousands of years, the oil has been applied topically and taken internally for virtually any ailment, from bruises, bad hair, colds, and snake bites to headaches, indigestion, and a variety of skin conditions, including leprosy. The seeds are a traditional Middle Eastern spice used in pastries, dairy products, salads, and other foods. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!ĭescribed in an ancient text as “a cure for every disease except death,” black seed oil, also called black cumin oil, has a long history of many uses. ![]()
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