The benefits of nigella oil for the body health

Traditionally nigella oil used in the East and described as having many therapeutic virtues, the small nigella seeds from which the oil is extracted have been the subject of several scientific studies aimed at supporting its popular uses. Because it contains thymoquinone, nigella has demonstrated virtues:

- Anti-allergic and anti-asthmatic:
they reduce the symptoms of seasonal allergies and allergic rhinitis, thanks to their antihistamine and bronchodilator properties linked to the presence of nigellone in their composition.

- Antioxidants:
thanks to their content of vitamin E, fatty acids and carotenoids with anti-radical action.

- Anti-inflammatories, immunostimulants and anti-microbials:
thanks to their content of essential oils, they stimulate the immune system and block microbes.

hypoglycemic, digestive, anti nibbling linked to the presence of nigelline in their composition, which is a bitter active ingredient, stimulating the digestive and intestinal systems.

"Its action is favorable on blood sugar, explains Astrid Heratchian, naturopath. This oil can thus regulate cravings for sweet foods and therefore snacking."