{"title":"Black Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack cumin seed (Nigella sativa) grows natively in Eastern Europe, Turkey, Iran, and Iraq. Evidence of its cultivation stretches back over 3000 years, with the black seed found in Tutankhamun’s tomb in Egypt and in other sites around the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Seed is known by many names, including black cumin and nigella seed. Although unrelated to the common culinary cumin, it is used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking to provide flavour. The black seeds are commonly sprinkled on top of rice and naan bread in Indian cuisine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack Seed benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNigella sativa and its extracts are used traditionally to support health right throughout the Middle East, Eastern Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. This little seed packs quite the punch, being used to support many systems of the body including digestion, discomfort during menstruation, blood sugar support, blood pressure support, cardiovascular health, kidney health, lung health, and immune health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Seed is the topic of many research studies today, with a focus on its supportive properties for immune health and lung support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSome key Black Seed oil benefits include:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Seed cumin oil contains a mix of omega-3, 6, and 9 essential fatty acids, providing the body with a good source of these healthy fats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe active constituents, or plant phytochemicals include nigellone and thymoquinone – which have been shown to work synergistically to support a healthy immune response and healthy lungs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch has found that thymoquinone along with supplemental zinc has the potential support a healthy immune system response to invaders that bind to ACE2 receptors on our cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Black Seed supplement can support seasonal sniffles for upper respiratory health – as well as offering support for people sensitive to pollens, dust, and pet fur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Seed is very supportive at the first signs of sniffle or scratchy throat for a robust immune response. You can also support your immune health with a daily dose of \u003ca title=\"Echinacea\" href=\"\/collections\/echinacea\"\u003eEchinacea \u003c\/a\u003eor \u003ca title=\"Colostrum\" href=\"\/collections\/colostrum\"\u003eColostrum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take a Black Seed supplement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack cumin seeds can be taken in multiple ways, make sure you follow the recommendations for use found on the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cold pressed black seed oil is a premium extract that can be taken daily straight off the spoon or added to salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround black seeds can be added to meals, such as smoothies and salads, or as a replacement to pepper as a seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround black seeds in capsules for on-the-go support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking an \u003ca title=\"Immunity Supplements\" href=\"\/collections\/immunity-supplements\"\u003eImmune Health Supplement\u003c\/a\u003e can offer support, especially during the winter months when ills and chills are most common. Read some of our other great and\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Helpful tips for good immune health - Naturopath guide\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/guide-helpful-tips-for-good-immune-health-naturopath-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Helpful Tips for Good Immune Health. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"life-extension-black-cumin-seed-oil","title":"Black Cumin Seed Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Extension Black Cumin Seed Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is rich in antioxidants, it's popular to support a balanced immune system as well as a healthy immune response to ills and chills. This becomes more and more important over time. 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