In colder countries, such as Russia and Scandinavia, this oil has been in high demand since the early 2000s, as people have found that they get sick less often in winter when they take the oil.

According to El-Kadi and Kandil (1986), black cumin has a strengthening effect on the immune system. Dr. Mohammed Ramsy, a professor at Wayne State University (USA), said: "The best thing for human health is to take one teaspoon of black cumin oil in the morning and one in the evening."

Many naturopathic doctors are convinced that Nigella Sativa can be used to promote health. This was confirmed by Dr. Mohammed Ramsy in a 2012 interview following a forum in Dagestan, when he said: "My research has confirmed that Nigella Sativa is effective ... My sincere advice is to take it every day for long-term prevention; I use it myself." Dr. Axe, the famous American naturopathic doctor, says on his website that black cumin oil has unique effects through a variety of mechanisms.

Over 200 university studies between 1959 and 2017 can attest to the actual effectiveness of black cumin oil. Black cumin oil has many general applications. We invite you to research informative articles and studies about the many uses and benefits of Nigella Sativa.