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Brace for a major (positive) impact.
Thymoquinone, the main active compound found in black seed, aka nigella sativa oil, is mega-loaded with what we can only describe as superpowers. Taken internally or applied topically, it has good reason to garner permanent residence in our medicine cabinets.
Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
Thymoquinone is shown to combat oxidative stress as well as exhibit big, big anti-inflammatory prowess in this study on patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). But that’s not all it can treat. Think: any inflammation in the body, i.e. gut, skin, scalp, etc.
Antifungal
The antifungal properties of thymoquinone make it effective in treating a number of conditions, including scalp issues. As a PSA, very often the cause of a flaky scalp is not dryness, but fungal buildup and psoriasis.
Increased hair density
Research shows that hair density and thickness improved with the use of black seed oil because it both stimulates hair growth and reduces hair fall (aka shedding), which are kind of the two main issues when it comes to our growth goals.
Cellular health
Thymoquinone found in black seed oil helps to correct mitochondrial dysfunction, improving cellular operations and mitigating the cellular damage done by certain treatments and medications.
Stronger immune system
On top of being anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antimicrobial, and an antioxidant, black seed oil is also antiviral. It’s been shown to protect against viruses such as murine cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus, hepatitis C virus, human immunodeficiency virus, and other coronaviruses.
Powerful skin treatment
Due to its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and immunomodulatory properties, black seed oil is amazingly effective when taken internally or applied as a topical treatment for skin conditions, flare ups, and breakouts.
All that stated, we are hard-pressed to find something that black seed oil and its heroic compound thymoquinone doesn’t benefit. Try mixing the cold-pressed oil with your favorite hair oil, body and face moisturizers, or use it as a spot treatment. Take it orally by the teaspoonful, or in capsule form, and let us know what you notice!
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