Commonly known as black seed or Kalonji, is a flowering plant native to Southwest Asia. Its seeds are widely used for culinary and medicinal purposes.
The key bioactive compound is thymoquinone, which contributes to its health benefits.
It’s touted as offering so many health benefits that some consider it a panacea, or universal healer.
It is said… “There is healing in the Nigella Sativa for all diseases except death.”
Nigella Sativa has been traditionally used in remedies for asthma, allergies, arthritis, and digestive issues.
CAUTION: Do NOT take if pregnant or nursing (can increase milk production).