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Health Benefits of Nigella Seeds: Nigella seeds have been used in the kitchen in our country for a long time. Its taste and aroma are also special. The best thing is that Nigella seeds also help in recovering from many diseases. According to Ayurveda, Nigella seeds have many medicinal properties, which are useful in controlling blood sugar and keeping digestion healthy. Do you know that Nigella seeds are not only useful in improving our health. Along with this, it is also useful in many types of diseases or health problems. You can know from Dr. RP Parashar, Chief Medical Officer (Ayurveda) of Delhi Municipal Corporation, for which diseases or health problems Nigella seeds can be used.
In which disease is Kalonji useful?
Kalonji gives relief from headache
Yes, it is true that the use of nigella seeds can relieve headaches. However, you do not need to consume nigella seeds to get rid of headaches. Rub the oil made from nigella seeds on your forehead like an ointment and rest for a while. In a short while you will see that the headache is gone. According to experts, it can also play an important role in reducing problems like migraine.
Kalonji removes phlegm
According to experts, Kalonji seeds contain many compounds that work to suppress phlegm. Kalonji has bronchodilatory properties, which are useful in suppressing or curing cough. Not only this, Kalonji also has anti-inflammatory properties, which help in relieving cough by reducing inflammation and relaxing the cough center. While, according to Ayurveda, cough is caused by Kapha dosha, which is caused by the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory system, Kalonji contains elements to balance Kapha. When you consume it, it helps in expelling the mucus trapped in the respiratory system.
Kalonji reduces hair fall
Nigella seeds can also be used to reduce hair fall. Not only this, with the help of Nigella seeds, the density and thickness of hair also increases. This means that if your hair is falling out a lot, is weak, dry and lifeless, then Nigella can be the right choice for you. Actually, Nigella seeds contain two proteins called Nigellone and Thymoquinone. It is used to regrow hair, increase thickness and make them bouncy.
Kalonji seeds reduce the problem of asthma
According to Ayurveda, asthma is caused by an imbalance between Vata and Kapha. When Vata and Kapha doshas meet, problems in the respiratory system increase. In such a situation, cough, asthma and many problems related to the respiratory system start occurring. As a result, the person starts having trouble breathing. We know this condition as respiratory disease or asthma. In such a situation, if you consume Kalonji, it helps in balancing Vata and Kapha and removing phlegm from the lungs.
Kalonji seeds lower cholesterol
Cholesterol is also a result of the current lifestyle. Increased cholesterol can cause many diseases, especially the risk of heart disease. Let us tell you that the main reason for increased cholesterol in Ayurveda is the imbalance of digestive fire. When digestion is poor, excess waste is produced in the body. Due to which cholesterol starts accumulating. As a result, blood vessels start getting blocked. Agni dosha can be balanced by consuming Kalonji seeds or using its oil, which can reduce the problem of cholesterol.