Black Cumin (Nigella sativa L.): Botany, Phytochemistry, and Health Benefits
Nigella sativa L., commonly revered as black seed or black cumin, emerges from centuries of traditional use into the spotlight of modern scientific inquiry. Long celebrated in ancient texts as a "remedy for all diseases except death," it is now recognized as a potent natural agent with multifaceted therapeutic potential. This comprehensive volume meticulously explores the botanical, phytochemical, and pharmacological dimensions of the plant, offering an in-depth examination of its rich bioactive profile, highlighting thymoquinone as its cornerstone compound. The book bridges historical ethnopharmacological wisdom with contemporary evidence-based research, detailing the plant’s antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, and cardioprotective properties through both preclinical and clinical lenses. It further addresses critical agricultural, extraction, and standardization practices that ensure the efficacy and safety of N. sativa-derived products, positioning this venerable seed as a reliable functional food and complementary therapeutic agent for the modern age.
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