🌙Unani / Islamic Medicine
Black Seed (Nigella Sativa)
spice
Nigella sativa is an annual flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to western Asia, and eastern Europe. It is used as a spice in various food preparations.
Conditions addressed
How to use
¼–1 tsp per meal
- Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
- Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.
Interactions & contraindications
May affect immune activity
Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)
Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.
May affect blood sugar
Watch for: Insulin and oral diabetes medications (metformin, sulfonylureas)
Additive blood-sugar-lowering effects can risk hypoglycemia — monitor glucose closely.