Blessed Seed Organic Strong Black Seed Oil has been cultivated according to traditional methods by organic farmers so that you get the highest quality product, with higher levels of essential oils (including thymoquinone) than any other brand for maximum health benefits.
It is 4-5 times more powerful than most other black seed oils on the market with a volatile oil percentage of 4.8% and 2.78% thymoquinone as proven by the independent laboratory analysis.
Black Seed Oil has been shown in research to have a variety of different health benefits including aiding lymphatic drainage, boosting the immune system to fight whatever is required, and rebalancing the immune system when it gets over-zealous eg for allergies. From a TCM perspective it helps move stagnant chi. There are various research papers into the effects of Black Seed Oil on PubMed, including the following review
It can be taken internally as well as being used topically and is generally safe for animal use as well as for people.
Historically, the use of Black Seed Oil for medicinal purposes goes back to the ancient times. It was used by the Assyrians, the ancient Egyptian Pharaohs, the Queens Cleopatra and Nefertiti, as well as the Romans. Black seed extract, which is also known as Nigella sativa oil, kalonji oil, or black cumin seed oil is recommended by different religions and ancient cultures, being mentioned in both the Bible and the Koran, where it was claimed to cure everything except death!
Black Seed Oil (see serving size guidelines for the amount) can be taken neat, added to a drink, or mixed with honey, yogurt or other foods.
The oil can also be used topically and massaged into the skin directly. Always patch test with a small amount in the first instance to check for any rash or indication of a reaction, although very rare. It can also be applied as a rub to the chest area. For steam inhalation, add a small amount of black seed oil to a bowl of warm water and breathe in the vapour.
Serving size guidelines
For adults:
- For 1st day take a 1/4 teaspoon with food
- For the next 2 – 7 days, increase the serving size to ½ teaspoon twice daily
- Slowly build up your intake in increments until you take up to 3 teaspoons per day to desired effect
For children and infants:
- Children aged eleven and under could take half the recommended adult serving
- Strong black seed oil is not recommended for children under five.
For dogs:
- Toy/small breeds give 1-3 drops in feed according to size
- Medium breeds give ½-1 tspn daily in feed
- Large/giant breeds give ½-1 tspn twice daily, and potentially higher in giant breeds and according to veterinary recommendations for the condition
For horses:
- Add 10-20ml to feed. Combining with psyllium husks or bran can help improve passage past the stomach
NB: The serving size progression should be gauged according to the individual response to the oil. A higher intake from the start could lead to feelings of nausea. The body is only able to rid itself of toxins and congestion at a given rate. Starting at a higher volume could mobilise too many toxins and initially leave you feeling unwell. By building up your intake gradually, however, you give the body time to adapt at each stage.
