reported to have said that black cumin can be used as a remedy for many illnesses, except death. For this reason, it became known in many Arab and Muslim cultures as the “seed of blessing.”
Black cumin seeds contain various bioactive compounds, including essential fatty acids and thymoquinone, which has been studied for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
It is important not to confuse black cumin (Nigella sativa) with caraway. Although their names are sometimes used interchangeably in everyday language, they are different plants with different flavors and botanical characteristics.