Benefits and side effects of Black Cumin

Black cumin (Banium bulbocastanum) is rarely used outside Indian and Pakistani kitchens. Black cumin is never used after grinding. Black cumin is used in traditional medicine in dried form or in the form of essential oils.

There isn't a lot of research on black cumin, but some of it suggests that it may be used as a herb in a number of treatments.

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Following are some of the advantages and disadvantages of black cumin.

Some other benefits of black cumin are given below: 

• Black cumin is very beneficial for skin and hair.
• By eating black cumin seeds daily, the internal temperature of the body can be maintained. Additionally, eating cooked black cumin also provides relief in fever.
• Black cumin is useful in treating immune system problems by converting the protected cells present in the body into stronger cells. It relieves weakness and fatigue,
• It is beneficial in sensitive respiratory diseases like asthma, pertussis, and bronchitis. Consumption of black cumin is also helpful in treating fever in swine flu and viral infection.
• Black cumin seed works to provide relief from mucus buildup and stuffy nose.
• It helps with appetite and digestion and relieves menstrual problems.
• Black cumin can help relieve stomach gas.
• It can also help with weight loss.
• It helps relax the muscles of the uterus.
• It increases lactation.

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Some disadvantages of black cumin are the following:

• If you have a high blood pressure problem, then you should not have black cumin in large quantities, or it may reduce the effect of high blood pressure medication.
• If there is swelling in the kidney, then you should not consume black cumin.
• Do not consume black cumin in large quantities during pregnancy and lactation. Consult a doctor before consuming it.
• Consuming black cumin in high amounts can increase the risk of bleeding.
• The consumption of black cumin can help manage hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
• Do not use black cumin for at least two weeks before any type of surgery.

Black cumin has carminative, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties. It also acts as a digestive agent. It is also used to treat coughs and colds. Along with improving menstruation, it increases the secretion of breastmilk. Black cumin helps increase appetite by relieving gastric problems of the body. There are many health benefits of black cumin, but if it is consumed in excess, there can be many disadvantages as well. It is better to consume black cumin in limited quantities under the supervision of your nutritionist.