A study in the August 2000 "Phytotherapy Research" confirms the presence of chemicals in black cumin seeds that offer antioxidant benefits, primarily the chemical thymoquinone. Antioxidants rid the body of free radicals that cause cell damage and promote disease. Consumption of black cumin seeds is considered an herbal, alternative treatment and should be taken under the direction of a physician.

Anti-cancer Benefits
Several scientific studies examine the effectiveness of thymoquinone from black cumin seeds for cancer treatment. A study in the 2010 issue of "Nutrition and Cancer" shows that thymoquinone promotes anti-inflammatory effects, inhibits cancer cell growth and proliferation and even causes cell death in cancer cells.

Improving Immune System Benefits
There is convincing scientific evidence that the consumption of black cumin seeds bestows benefits on the immune system. A study in the June 2010 issue of "Immunopharmacology and Immunotoxicology" evaluated the use of black cumin seeds on the immune system of study subjects who were exposed to - radiation.

Anti-bacterial Benefits
Scientific studies have also shown that black cumin seeds can offer benefits as an anti-bacterial agent. One study examined the effects of black cumin seeds against the bacterial infection of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as MRSA. This study, published in the July-August issue of the "Journal of Ayub Medical College," showed that black cumin seeds offered an inhibitory effect against several strains of methicillin resistant.

Treating Epilepsy Benefits
There is scientific evidence stating that administration of black cumin seeds can offer anti-convulsive benefits. The results of the study showed a significant reduction of the frequency of seizures in the group treated with black cumin seed extract.

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