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The many health benefits of black seed oil

- Stories by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU With additional informatio­n from the internet

For many centuries, many health profession­als have agreed on the benefits of black seed oil. With close to no side effects, this miracle oil has many unbelievab­le qualities which when consumed in the right amount, can relatively improve one’s health. Dr. Tabitha Adebayo, a dietician at Centenary Hospital, Lagos spoke on some of its benefits.

Cancer: There are two phytochemi­cals found in black seed oil which can help decrease tumour cells that cause cancer. Being that black seed oil is rich in these chemicals, it can help fight any tumour-like activity in the body to prevent cancer.

Liver: The liver plays many vital roles in the body. Almost all toxins must pass through the liver. It keeps the body balanced and healthy. For those who have or have suffered liver diseases or damage, taking black seed oil can help speed up the healing process and restore the liver fully to its functional state. Diabetes: Black seed oil increases lowered serum insulin concentrat­ion and decreases elevated serum glucose. It is actually quite amazing because black seed oil is also one of the very few substances on earth that is able to prevent both Types 1 and 2 diabetes.

Weight loss: A natural remedy for weight loss is black seed oil. Its anti-inflammato­ry properties help shed weight the same way it treats diabetes. It is one of the few known natural weight loss remedies in the world. Infections: Another great use of black seed oil is its anti-bacterial properties. Consuming black seed oil will also aid your body in fighting off infections. Black seed oil is a healthy versatile alignment that may be the answer to prevent many illnesses and

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