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Nigella sativa
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Black seed has been used in traditional medicine systems across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia for over 2,000 years. It is referenced in Islamic prophetic medicine as a cure for everything except death. Modern research has revealed over 20 pharmacological actions including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-modulating effects.
Black seed has been used in traditional medicine systems across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia for over 2,000 years. It is referenced in Islamic prophetic medicine as a cure for everything except death. Modern research has revealed over 20 pharmacological actions including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-modulating effects. Key active compounds include Thymoquinone, Thymohydroquinone, Thymol.
Thymoquinone, along with Thymohydroquinone and Thymol, are the primary bioactive compounds in Black Seed. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, modulates immune cell activity and cytokine production, improves insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism.
Metabolic syndrome
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Allergic rhinitis
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Type 2 diabetes support
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Inflammation
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Immune system modulation
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
General tonic
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Digestive aid
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Immune booster
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | Black seed may interact with cyclosporine levels. Some studies suggest it may be protective, but monitoring is essential. |
| Metformin | Moderate | Black seed has blood sugar-lowering properties that may be additive with metformin. |
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