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Black Cumin Oil (Black Seed Oil)

Black cumin oil: cold-pressed organic oil of black cumin seeds (Nigella sativa) – 100% pure and undiluted. Available in 250 ml and 125 ml bottles and as softgel capsules.

  • Cold-pressed from black cumin seeds, free of additives and impurities
  • 100% certified organic product (Serbia, EU)
  • Naturally rich in thymoquinone and unsaturated and essential fatty acids
  • Traditionally used to support immunity, for allergies and asthma, for digestion and the respiratory tract
  • For internal use, inhalation and skin and hair care – also available as softgel capsules

Pack sizes

  • 250 ml
  • 125 ml
  • 60 softgel capsules

Order online from our partners in Slovenia – delivery to EU countries. Also available in pharmacies and specialised shops in Slovenia.

Where to buy

At a glance: composition, packs and dosage

What it is
100% pure, natural and organic oil obtained by cold-pressing black cumin seeds
Latin name
Nigella sativa – also known as black seed, black caraway, nigella and kalonji
Active compounds
Thymoquinone and nigellone; linoleic and oleic fatty acids; vitamins and minerals
Packs
250 ml · 125 ml · 60 softgel capsules (500 mg)
Oil dosage for adults
1 teaspoon 3 times a day, 10–15 minutes before meals; for 3 months continuously, followed by a one-month break
Children from 3 years
Half a teaspoon twice a day, after meals
Capsules
1 capsule 1–2 times a day after meals (with vitamin E); not for children under 6
Not recommended for
Children under 3 (capsules: under 6), pregnant and breastfeeding women; the oil is mildly phototoxic
Where to buy
Online from our partners in Slovenia, with delivery to EU countries; also in pharmacies and specialized shops in Slovenia
Country of origin
Turkey; imported by Probotanic d.o.o., Vučićev prolaz 20a, Belgrade, Serbia

What is black cumin oil?

Black cumin oil – also known as black seed oil, black caraway oil, nigella oil or kalonji oil (Serbian: “ulje crnog kumina”, “ulje crnog kima”) – is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of Nigella sativa, a plant from the Ranunculaceae family native to southwest Asia. Black cumin seeds were found even in the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, and the oil has been used since ancient times for immunity, the respiratory tract and digestion – which is why it is often called the “modern panacea”.

Probotanic black cumin oil is 100% pure, natural and organic, cold-pressed without heating or additives, so it retains all the valuable components of the seed. The oil is rich in unsaturated and essential fatty acids – mostly linoleic and oleic acid – and its most important active compounds are thymoquinone and nigellone. It also contains vitamins A, C, E and B complex, potassium, calcium, zinc, selenium, iron and folic acid.

Black cumin oil benefits: what is black seed oil good for?

Black cumin oil is one of the most researched cold-pressed oils. It is most often used:

  • to support immunity – as a natural immunomodulator, especially in autumn and winter;
  • for allergies and asthma – thymoquinone acts as a natural antihistamine, and nigellone widens the bronchi;
  • for digestion – for bloating and sluggish bowels, as well as for H. pylori bacteria;
  • as support for high cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure – alongside the therapy prescribed by your doctor;
  • for skin and hair – externally, to care for dry and sensitive skin and hair.

Studies also show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of black cumin. For serious or long-lasting complaints, consult your doctor.

Black seed oil or capsules – which to choose?

Both forms contain organic cold-pressed black cumin seed oil. They differ in pack, dosage and taste:

Comparison Oil (250 ml, 125 ml) Softgel capsules (60 × 500 mg)
Adults 1 teaspoon 3 times a day, before meals 1 capsule 1–2 times a day, after meals
Children from 3 years: half a teaspoon twice a day from 6 years
Taste Strong, slightly peppery and bitter Tasteless
Use By mouth, inhalation, skin and hair By mouth; with added vitamin E
Best choice when you want a stronger daily dose or external use you dislike the taste or are traveling

How to take black cumin oil – use and dosage

Adults

1 teaspoon 3 times a day, 10–15 minutes before meals. The oil can be taken for three months continuously, followed by a one-month break; the cycles can be repeated as needed.

Children over 3 years

Half a teaspoon twice a day, after meals.

On skin and hair

Apply a small amount of oil to clean, damp skin two to three times a day. If excess oil remains after a few minutes, remove it with a paper tissue.

Inhalation

Add half a teaspoon of oil to half a liter of hot water and inhale the steam for 3–5 minutes. Inhalation can be repeated several times a day.

Softgel capsules

1 capsule 1–2 times a day, after meals. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

Contraindications and side effects: who should not use it

  • The oil is not recommended for children under 3 years of age or for pregnant and breastfeeding women; the capsules are not intended for children under 6.
  • The oil is mildly phototoxic – avoid sun and tanning beds while using it on the skin.
  • People taking medication for diabetes or high blood pressure should be careful, as black cumin can further lower blood sugar and blood pressure.
  • Black cumin may slow blood clotting – stop using it at least two weeks before surgery.
  • Not recommended for people who are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.

If you are taking medication or have a chronic illness, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Dietary supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store in a dry, dark place at a temperature of up to 25 °C, out of the reach of children.

What research on black cumin shows

Scientific research on black cumin has been going on for more than half a century and has identified over a hundred chemical components of the seeds and oil. Thymoquinone has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and reduces oxidative stress, while nigellone relaxes the muscles, widens the bronchi and reduces the viscosity of bronchial secretions.

In 1996, US patent 5,482,711 (“Use of Nigella sativa to increase immune function”, inventor Dr. Rajko D. Medenica) was granted for the use of black cumin seed extract to strengthen immunity. Research also points to a beneficial effect of black cumin on blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar.

Nutrition facts

Oil (250 ml and 125 ml)

Average nutritional values per 100 g of product
Nutrition per 100 g
Energy (kJ / kcal) 3658.2/871.0
Fat (g) 98.87
of which saturates (g) 15.22
of which mono-unsaturates (g) 23.77
of which polyunsaturates (g) 59.86
Carbohydrate (g) < 0.10
of which sugars (g) < 0.10
Protein (g) < 0.10
Salt (g) < 0.10
Dry matter (g) 99.18

Softgel capsules

Average nutritional values per 100 g of product and per capsule
Nutrition per 100 g 1 capsule
Energy (kJ / kcal) 2805.5/668.0 20.8/4.9
Fat (g) 63.87 0.47
of which saturates (g) 9.27 0.07
Carbohydrate (g) 11.40 0.08
of which sugars (g) < 0.1 < 0.01
Protein (g) 19.31 0.14
Salt (g) < 0.1 < 0.01

Where to buy black cumin oil

The quickest way is to order online from our partners in Slovenia: see the partner list below – delivery to EU countries.

Probotanic black cumin oil is also available in pharmacies and specialized shops in Slovenia. Points of sale by town – choose a country and town:

Our partners in Slovenia – Online orders are delivered to EU countries only.

Pharmacies and specialised shops in Slovenia →

Black seed oil FAQ

How much black cumin oil should you take a day?

Adults take 1 teaspoon 3 times a day, 10–15 minutes before meals. Children over 3 years take half a teaspoon twice a day, after meals.

Should black seed oil be taken before or after meals?

Adults take the oil 10–15 minutes before meals, children after meals. The softgel capsules are taken after meals, 1 capsule once or twice a day.

How long can you take black seed oil?

The oil can be taken for three months continuously, followed by a one-month break. The cycles can be repeated as needed.

Is black seed oil the same as black cumin oil?

Yes. Black cumin, black seed, black caraway, nigella and kalonji are common names for the same plant – Nigella sativa. Black seed oil and black cumin oil are the same oil. It should not be confused with ordinary cumin (Cuminum cyminum).

Can children and pregnant women take black cumin oil?

The oil is not recommended for children under 3, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Children over 3 can take half a teaspoon twice a day, after meals; the capsules are intended for children from 6 years.

Does black cumin oil have side effects?

The oil is mildly phototoxic, so avoid sun and tanning beds while using it on the skin. Black cumin can lower blood sugar and blood pressure and slow blood clotting, so caution is needed with diabetes and blood pressure medication, and use should be stopped two weeks before surgery.

Which is better – black cumin oil or capsules?

The oil gives a stronger daily dose and can also be used on the skin, hair and for inhalation, while the capsules are tasteless and practical for travel. A side-by-side comparison is in the section Oil or capsules.

Where can I buy black cumin oil?

Probotanic black cumin oil (250 ml and 125 ml) and softgel capsules can be ordered online from our partners in Slovenia, with delivery to EU countries. They are also available in pharmacies and specialized shops in Slovenia.

Is Probotanic black cumin oil sold in pharmacies?

Yes, in pharmacies and specialized shops in Slovenia; online orders are delivered to EU countries. Points of sale by town are listed in the section Where to buy.

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