Nigella sativa, cold-pressed.
Black cumin oil
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What tradition tells us about black cumin
In the pharaoh's tomb
It has been cultivated between the Mediterranean and West Asia for around 3,000 years. Seeds were even found in Tutankhamun's tomb.
Seeds of blessing
In the Arab world, it is called Habbat al-baraka, seed of blessing. In Ayurveda, it is called Kalonji and is classified as pungent, bitter, and warming.
The ritual
It's simply a must on flatbread, simit, and naan. The cold-pressed oil is taken by the teaspoonful with a meal, for example in yogurt or salad.
The profile in the Botanical Archive: benefits, ingredients, home remedies, Ayurveda & TCM and all sources.
What black cumin was used for in folk medicine: in the Botanical Archive →Black cumin seed oil: cold-pressed oil from the seeds of Nigella sativa, used in kitchens and home medicine cabinets in the Orient for millennia.
At a glance
- Plant: True black cumin (Nigella sativa), a member of the buttercup family
- Part: Seeds, cold-pressed
- Characteristic substances: essential oil containing thymoquinone, unsaturated fatty acids
- Tradition: Documented use since antiquity, from Tutankhamun's tomb to prophetic medicine
Neither caraway nor cumin: Black cumin is not related to either of them; botanically, it belongs to the buttercup family, like ranunculus. Anyone reaching for "black cumin" in the spice aisle could easily end up with the wrong seed.
Folk medicine, tradition, research
What black cumin has been used for in the Orient for millennia, what thymoquinone is, and what the research says.
What's inside
Pure, cold-pressed black cumin seed oil. Quality characteristics: cold-pressed, first pressing, bottled in dark conditions. The intense, slightly peppery flavor is characteristic; a mild black cumin seed oil is usually a blended product.
How it is taken
Eat it straight from the spoon or add it to finished food; do not heat it, as this destroys the delicate ingredients. Those who dislike the taste can take capsules.
Good to know
- The intense taste may initially cause burping; start with small amounts.
- Avoid concentrated black cumin preparations during pregnancy.
- Not suitable for cats, as they cannot metabolize the essential oil components. More information can be found in the animal health section.
As always, dietary supplements are a supplement, not a substitute for good food and not a substitute for medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have children, pre-existing medical conditions, or are taking long-term medication, it is advisable to consult your doctor beforehand.
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