Black cumin( Nigella sativa) came to us from the Middle East.
The first mention of this product is more than three thousand years old.
About the healing properties of cumin knew the Celts, later it spread in the countries of the North African continent and Southern Europe. Even then, based on cumin, spices and fragrant oil were made.
Today, cumin is cultivated in Egypt, India, Saudi Arabia and countriesWestern Mediterranean.
It is grown in the Crimea and Transcaucasia, Moldova and Ukraine.
Seeds of this plant are widely used in cooking, in addition, modern studies brilliantly confirmed the many useful properties of caraway oil.
Originally from umbellate
Cumin is a perennial plant belonging to the umbrella family. Its other name is Chernushka sowing.
The height of the juicy stem reaches 80 cm, and the fleshy root that leaves the ground looks like a spindle. The branchy cumin top is decorated with inflorescences in the form of radiant umbrellas.
At the time of flowering in the first half of summer, the stem stretches out and rustles, covering with colors of white, pink or red shades.
And later the plant yields a plentiful harvest of double-seeded fruit, which quickly turn black under the action of air. Cumin is very fertile - from one hectare of landings it is possible to collect more than ten centners of aromatic triangles - seeds.
Its specific spicy smell is due to a special substance in the seeds - carvone. To taste kalindzhi ( so differently called seeds) are a little bit burning, sweetish-spicy.
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Caraway seeds are extracted from seeds, by cold pressing. So it preserves the maximum benefit invested in it by nature.
It is quite natural that such a valuable product has a truly unique composition.
Useful components of
In caraway oil, a lot of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids - linoleic and linolenic, palmitic and stearic, arachine and myristic.
Thanks to them, the oil is endowed with the properties of regulation of the activity of the nervous, cardiovascular and digestive systems.
They support the hormonal and lipid balance of the human body. Prevent the development of various kinds of inflammation. Beneficially affect the skin condition and play a crucial role in maintaining the immune system and cleaning the body of toxins.
Vitamin complex, which contains vitamins E, D, E C, carotenoids and B vitamins, gives cumin oil antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, tonic and toning effect.
Due to them the physical strength and endurance increase, the condition and work of the muscular system improves, the reproductive characteristics of the organism that are necessary for full reproduction are improved.
Thanks to the tannins contained in the oil and carotenoids, excellent reparative abilities of cumin are provided.
Carotenoid synthesized carotene( vitamin A) is actively involved in regenerative processes, together with vitamins A and E regulates the synthesis of collagen and maintains a normal level of glucose in the blood.
Kalindzhi is also saturated with useful macro and microelements, among which are
- potassium and sodium,
- manganese and iron,
- phosphorus and calcium,
- selenium and copper,
- zinc,
- nickel and other minerals.
And yet, caraway oil has a high content of "plant hormones," or phytosterols, which have a high activity in maintaining their own hormonal balance of the human body, as well as the synthesis of the precursor of vitamin D and bile acids.
Providing a powerful anti-inflammatory, immunostimulating and bactericidal action, phytosterols cause the activity of the oil against most infectious agents.
In addition, blackberry oil is rich in phospholipids, half of which is represented by the most useful phosphatidylcholines involved in the construction of cell membranes.
Fifteen amino acids, including 8 - irreplaceable, being a building material in the synthesis of protein, give the cumin oil unique properties of the reparant and immunomodulator.
In addition, cumin contains
- polysaccharides and monosaccharides,
- alkaloids,
- saponins, triterpene saponins,
- enzymes,
- essential oils
- flavonoids.
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Areas of application
Concentration in the cumulum of the strongest biologically active substances, natural antibiotics, immunity stimulants, priceless vitamins and minerals gives him a very wide range of applications.
Due to which, the oil product has been used for many centuries in medical and cosmetological practice.
The list of diseases and problems that a unique product is successfully coping with can not be underestimated.
Diabetes mellitus.
Regularly consuming cumin oil, against a background of a special diet, you can normalize the level of sugar in diabetics of the second type. This is due to the increased production of the body's own insulin.
Oil, not without reason, is considered a panacea for certain diseases of the genital area.
It is proved that it effectively fights against infertility of , normalizes the menstrual cycle, eliminates mastopathy and prevents the development of infectious-inflammatory diseases.
Chernushka increases the production of testosterone and improves spermatogenesis.
Oil is very useful for diseases of the prostate and sexual weakness, it greatly improves the condition of the genital sphere in women.
Cumin is widely used in nephrological and urological practice.
The bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects, combined with diuretic properties, make it an indispensable assistant in the treatment of:
- nephritis and pyelonephritis( about treatment in women written here),
- of cystitis and urethritis,
- of urolithiasis,
- in a number of other diseases of the urinary system.
Diseases of the respiratory system.
Here, the bronchodilator, expectorant and thawing effect is used successfully.
Along with powerful antibacterial and antiviral activity, this makes caraway seed oil effective in the therapy of any cough, from colds and bronchitis to pneumonia and pulmonary tuberculosis.
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Oil facilitates the course of rhinitis, sinusitis, otitis, laryngitis( treatment in children) and angina, especially if you combine the external and internal ways of using the magic tool.
The ability to suppress histamine production empowers with the antiallergic abilities of .
Practice has shown that cumin cures more than two-thirds of allergic pathology, including bronchial asthma, and other respiratory allergies.
Regularly consuming cumin as an oil inside, you can completely restore immunity, including in severe forms of immunodeficiency.
This is the result of stimulating the function of the thymus gland, due to which, the cellular and humoral branches of the immune defense are strengthened.
Organs of digestion.
Oil activates the peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract and normalizes the acid composition of gastric juice.
Together with dieting for duodenal ulcer, it is able to restore the intestinal microflora, destroying pathogenic microbes.
Extremely is useful for cumin and for liver - here play the role of hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties.
In addition, Kalindzhi dissolves gallstones and expels intestinal parasites and helminths without irritating the mucous membranes.
With the ability to dilate blood vessels and remove excess fluid from the body, caraway:
- lowers blood pressure,
- increases the elasticity of the vascular walls,
- reduces their fragility,
- normalizes cholesterol level, preventing the development of atherosclerosis.
Particularly good oil supports the health of the heart and vessels in the elderly.
When applying oil tampons to the gums, you can:
- eliminate bleeding,
- relieve pain and inflammation,
- strengthen the gums.
It is good for caries, parodontosis, gingivitis and other dental problems.
It is noted that caraway oil improves lactation in nursing women .
This is an excellent prevention of mastitis and nipple cracks.
Lubricating the affected area, you can very quickly achieve a reduction in soreness and early regeneration, preventing the penetration of the infection.
Overweight and obesity
It is noticed that regular intake of oil preparations saves excess weight.
Accelerating metabolism and promoting the breakdown of fats, oil naturally normalizes the patient's appetite and weight.
Asthenia, weakness, hypochondria
Being a powerful antidepressant, cumin promotes:
- producing prostaglandins,
- nurturing the tone of the nervous system,
- improving eyesight,
- enhancing the natural hormonal background, giving energy and strength.
Oil relieves fatigue, clarifies thoughts, gives optimism and gives faith in themselves.
Regular consuming oil, you can improve memory, learn to see the surrounding world more vivid and quickly solve any problems.
Kalindzhi in cosmetology
Stunning composition of caraway oil is the best suited for solving dermatological problems and is used in the beauty industry.
Bactericidal, antifungal and antiviral effects of cumin are used in the treatment of acne, herpes, eczema, dermatitis and fungal skin lesions and its appendages.
With the help of oil remove warts and get rid of acne. It has established itself as an excellent remedy for baldness, hair loss and even getting rid of gray hair.
Cosmetic masks on caraway oil smooth wrinkles, make the skin supple and provide better microcirculation in this area.
How to take
The method of taking, depending on the disease, can be internal and external, however, they are often combined with each other.
Given the undoubted benefit of the oil in most known diseases, it can be used for preventive purposes by one teaspoon before breakfast and dinner.
To correct the taste, honey, yogurt or juice will help.
Oily lotions, drops, wraps, rinses, masks and mixtures for massage are used externally.
Caution and contraindications
Caraway must not be consumed inside a woman during pregnancy - it is fraught with uterine bleeding, placental abruption and may trigger spontaneous miscarriage.
Being the strongest stimulator of the immune system, the oil of blackcurrant can cause rejection of foreign organs.
It is contraindicated in patients who underwent tissue transplantation surgery, as well as transfusion of blood and its components.
For the same reason, oil intake should not be combined with chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
It should be refrained from using oil to everyone with a tendency to hypotension.
Its ability to lower blood pressure should take into account myocardial infarction, patients with thrombophlebitis and ischemic heart disease.
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