The history of the seed Nigel

a) The history of Nigella Sativa :

The black seed is called "habat al-baraka" (blessed seed) in Egypt, al-Kamoun in Libya, "al-qahta" Yemen, "al-sânouj" in Morocco and Algeria, "al-shounîz" Iran and Nigella sativa in Latin. It is also called "al-bashma.

Nigelle seed is also called "black cumin" is found under the name "poivrette" in the Bible and the Indians called it "kalonji" in Arabic "Al Habba sawda or habbat al baraka.

The Nigella sativa oil or also known as the "remedy of the Pharaohs".

The excavation of the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun have uncovered a vial of oil and black cumin seed Nigel, who had already served as a remedy against many words, including Cleopatra and Nefertiti knew as virtues.

The black cumin oil, also called the oil of the Pharaohs, is derived from the botanical family of Renonculaceae. These are annual herbs finely cut foliage of the genus Nigella Sativa. The black cumin oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds of Nigel. This is one of the most medicinal seeds revered in history.

b) The properties and characteristics :

The black seed consists of assets with good taste and produce a miraculous effect.

Acid index 10> 12 Index peroxide <3 saponification 195> 205 PH 7

Fatty acid Cup : C16.0 Palmitic acid 13.7 Stearic acid C18.0 : 2> 3 % C18.1 Oleic acid : 20> 25 % C18.2 Linoleic acid (omega 6) : 55> 62 % Arachidic (omega 6) : 1.3 % Linolenic (omega 3) : 0.2 % Myristic 0.5 % Palmitoleic 0.1%. 

Other ingredients : protein, thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), pyrodoxine (vitamin B6), nicotinic acid (vitamin B3), folacin (Vitamin B9), calcium, iron, copper, zinc, phosphorus, carotene.

The reason for its properties located in the natural chemical composition of the oil complex : it contains over one hundred different chemical constituents, it is a rich source of essential fatty acids. These fatty acids have a beneficial effect on cholesterol levels, hypertension, inflammation and diabetes.

It acts on the immune system by increasing, it allows combat asthma, hay fever and respiratory problems in general. Clinical studies have shown that the immune system produces antibodies to a greater extent during the course of the Oil Nigella Sativa. Black cumin stimulates immune activity and physical: it is detoxifying and invigorating. The black cumin oil has a beneficial effect on candidiasis (Candida albicans) and other skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis or on burns, chapped skin and sunburn. The oil is also useful in the treatment of rheumatism and other inflammatory diseases.

It contains calcium phosphate, iron, phosphorus, carbo-hydrate, scents that make up the bulk of its power. It contains antibiotics that can destroy any virus, bacterium or microbe, carotene to power anti-cancer, sex hormones and nutrients exciting, it also has the power to facilitate the elimination of urine, it also contains enzymes antacids , tranquillizers elements but also stimulating the development of intelligence. These are just a few among many other virtues that research is confirming and already confirmed by various research published in various scientific inputs in particular oil, which contains its power in the USA.

In cosmetics, it is used for its soothing, regenerating, vitalising and anti-inflammatory. It is especially suitable for dry, sensitive or irritated.

Directions : Face and Body : Apply morning and evening to revitalize your skin. As an extra-gentle cleanser. Hair mask to restore shine and beauty to your hair. Essential oil added to a more targeted.

PRECAUTIONS : Swap with other vegetable oils for food use (olive, argan, nuts for example).

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS : Store in a closed container, away from air and light, temperature below 25 º C.