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Episode 20 - "Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) - Food First, Medicine Second"

The Slow Kitchen Podcast

The Slow Kitchen Podcast
Episode 20 - "Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) - Food First, Medicine Second"
Apr 08, 2026 Season 1 Episode 20
Cat Dillon

🌿 5 Key Takeaways

β€’ Black seed (Nigella Sativa) supports inflammation, immune, and metabolic health
β€’ Contains thymoquinone (key active compound)
β€’ May support blood sugar, cardiovascular, and respiratory health
β€’ Use food-first vs relying only on supplements
β€’ ½–1 tsp daily, used consistently

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πŸ“š Resources


πŸ›’ Amazon

πŸ‘‰ Black Cumin: The Magical Egyptian Herb for Allergies, Asthma, Skin Conditions, and Immune Disorders

πŸ‘‰ Black seed (whole)

πŸ‘‰ Black seed oil

πŸ‘‰ Mortar and Pestle for grinding seeds


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