cominho preto (Nigella sativa) serve para fortalecer o sistema imunológico

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(Nigella sativa) serves to strengthen the immune system

Research done throughout history, claim that black cumin seeds have been appreciated since the time of the ancient Egyptians, which were used in oil form by the pharaohs.

According to researchers, containers of black cumin oil were found in the tombs of the pharaohs.

In cooking, black cumin seeds are used as a spice in India and the Middle East, as they have a combination of onion, pepper and oregano flavors. For this reason it is still used today as a spice to flavor foods, or even as a type of pepper.

Properties and studies of Nigella sativa (black cumin)

Black cumin seed oil contains linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, among other components, in addition to thymoquinone, when produced as an essential oil (isolated).

Preliminary studies investigated claims of traditional medicine about the effectiveness of this plant as a therapy, as well as the use of oils produced from its seeds, related to several short-term benefits such as the reduction of blood pressure and bad cholesterol.

It is worth mentioning that, like any other herb, medicinal or not, if used in excess or in a wrong way, it is liable to undesirable effects and even, effects totally contrary to its indication. It is extremely important that only any component, medicinal or herbal, is used with the knowledge and guidance of a specialist in the subject.