The widely known spice - black cumin, is not only a spicy seasoning for dishes, but also a powerful remedy. Its seeds have a light bitter taste and have a pleasant aroma, so it is customary to use it instead of the black pepper we know. Unlike it, black cumin does not act irritably on the mucous membrane of the stomach and is calmly perceived by the digestive organs. Black cumin is useful in the prevention and treatment of many diseases in various fields of medicine, which we will discuss below.
Benefits of seeds of black cumin
Due to a wide range of actions, seeds of black cumin can be taken for the prevention of certain diseases. Seeds have the following properties:
- act as an immunostimulant;
- disinfect;
- Harmfully affect fungi, viruses and bacteria;
- protect against premature aging;
- have a beneficial effect on the nervous system;
- anesthetize;
- have a beneficial effect on digestion;
- prevent oncological diseases;
- improve the hairline;
- are an expectorant;
- purify the body of toxins;
- contribute to the production of milk from nursing mothers.
Black cumin, like any other medicine, in large quantities can only exacerbate the situation. Therefore, the recommended dosage should be strictly adhered to.
Benefit and harm of flour from black cumin
Flour has a preventive-curative effect, has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, antipyretic, analgesic and anti-allergic properties. With regular use of flour from black cumin, blood sugar levels are reduced and the cardiovascular system is properly maintained. Flour helps increase hemoglobin in the blood, prevents early aging, increases immunity , positively affects men's health.
In flour from the seeds of black cumin are present in sufficient quantities:
- fifteen amino acids;
- cellulose;
- fatty acid;
- vitamin E, vitamins of group B (B1, B2, B3, B6, B9).
It is proved in practice by the use of grains of black cumin. Exploring black cumin, and the effect of its seeds on the human body, scientists found that it stimulates the thymus gland. In turn, the thymus gland supports the body's defensive energy in the fight against external pernicious factors. So, by stimulating immunity, black cumin can fight with almost any ailment. However, like any medicine, black cumin has a number of contraindications for use:
- It is not recommended to consume caraway seeds to people who have undergone organ transplants. This is due to the fact that seeds of caraway strengthen their own immunity and can lead to the alienation of the body by a foreign body;
- the use of
caraway for women in the second phase of pregnancy.
The use of black cumin as a medicinal product, with the purpose of preventing a number of diseases, can also save you from ailments, so its use is not uncommon. The most important thing to remember is that you should not abuse this tool and then it will bring the desired result. However, before using black cumin, as a medicine, it is necessary to undergo examination, consult with a doctor and in no case to engage in self-medication with the help of black cumin, which can not bring good, but significant harm.