Nigella seeds belong to the cumin family, which is responsible for its aromatic flavor. These seeds are widely used as a flavoring agent in cooking, as well as to treat various ailments, such as obesity and joint pains, among others. Nigella seeds are also known as black cumin seeds. The seeds of Nigella sativa, known as nigella, are used as a spice and a condiment in Ethiopian cuisine, South Asian cuisine, Middle Eastern and Polish cuisines. Nigella sativa is commonly used as a spice but now is found to have potential application in pharmaceutical industries.
Also known as black cumin, Nigella sativa or Nigella Seeds, belongs to the buttercup family of flowering plants. It grows up to 30 cm (12 inches) tall and produces a fruit with seeds that are used as a flavorful spice in many cuisines. The main difference between black cumin seeds and black seeds is that black cumin seeds are either Nigella sativa or Bunium bulbocastanum, while black seeds are Nigella sativa. The use of Nigella sativa as an ingredient in food helps lower the cholesterol level and reduce blood-pressure.
Nigella seeds are a great replacement for sesame seeds without the sweet element. They can be dry-roasted and used to give a smokey, nutty flavor to curries, vegetables, and beans. Moreover, the seeds are used in folk medicine for the treatment and prevention of several diseases and ailments all over the world. The seeds have many acclaimed medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial, hypotensive, bronchodilatory, immunopotentiating and analgesic, and are universally accepted as a panacea.
Nigella seeds have long been used as a spice and food preservative. The seeds of N. sativa are used as a spice in many cuisines. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies Nigella sativa L. as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for use as a spice, natural seasoning, or flavoring. Thus, there is an increasing demand for nigella seeds in this region.
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