Black Seed Powder
Reduces high blood pressure
Blackseed oil may help lower blood pressure, but study results are mixed. A 2016 review cited four studies that supported this benefit and five studies that saw no benefit on blood pressure.
Medical term: Thymoquinone is a bioactive compound, which helps reduce inflammation, likely contributing to better blood pressure management, says Arika Hoscheit, a registered dietitian nutritionist with Paloma Health, an online medical practice.
Lowers cholesterol
Black seed oil is high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which boost the "good" cholesterol in our bodies and lower the "bad," says Skylar Griggs, RDN, founder of Newberry Street Nutrition a nutrition consulting business.
Medical term: Triglycerides are fats that come from your diet. Triglycerides can be found in butter, margarine, and oils. High levels of both LDL cholesterol and triglycerides can increase your risk of heart disease.
Helps with weight loss
Some studies have found that black seed oil may also help reduce body mass index (BMI) in individuals with obesity or type 2 diabetes.
Reduces acne
You can also apply black seed topically to reduce inflammation in the skin and help alleviate acne.
In fact, a lotion containing 20% black seed extract has been found to be just as effective, if not more, than benzoyl peroxide, in treating and reducing breakouts.
Medical term: Benzoyl peroxide is a common topical antiseptic used to treat acne. It can be found in many over-the-counter acne products including face washes and spot treatments
May stimulate hair growth
Many people report that black seed oil helps hair grow and prevents hair loss.
May improve sperm count
Some studies suggest black seed oil may improve sperm count in men diagnosed with infertility.