Evidence supporting the use of: Black seed
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Black seed (Nigella sativa) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa. Historical texts and traditional practitioners have recommended black seed for a wide range of digestive complaints, including nausea and vomiting. The seeds and their oil have been used in folk medicine to soothe the stomach, reduce indigestion, and address gastrointestinal upset. However, while there is documentation of such traditional use, the specific application of black seed for nausea and vomiting is often part of broader gastrointestinal remedies and not always singled out as a primary treatment for these symptoms.
From a scientific perspective, there is currently minimal direct evidence supporting the efficacy of black seed in treating or preventing nausea and vomiting. Most contemporary research focuses on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and gastroprotective properties. Some animal studies suggest possible benefits for gastric ulcers and general digestive health, but human studies specifically targeting nausea and vomiting are lacking. Therefore, while black seed is traditionally used for these symptoms, robust scientific validation is not yet available, and the evidence supporting its use remains primarily anecdotal and traditional.
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apple cider vinegar
arrowroot
asafoetida
Asam gelugor
Asarum heterotropoides
Asarum sieboldii
atractylodes
atractylone
Baccharoides anthelmintica
bael
bai ji
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balsam
bamboo
banana
banyan
benegut perilla (proprietary)
betel
bitter principals
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black nightshade
black pepper
black salt
black seed
blue flag
Borassus aethiopum
bottle gourd
Bryonia
Buddha\'s hand
buttermilk
butternut
calamus
Camellia sinensis
camphor oil
cannabidiol
caraway
cardamom
carvone
centaury
chamomile
chen pi
chickweed
Chinese silkvine
chirata
chrysanthemum
cinquefoil
citron
Clerodendrum trichotomum
coca
cola nut
colocynth
Coptis chinensis
coriander
cubeb
cumin
Cyathula
Cymbopogon martini
dill
dioscorea
dogwood
Doxylamine succinate
elephant\'s head
Embelia
English horsemint
Evodia
false calumba
fennel
fenugreek
fernbush
flowering quince
gentian
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Gentianopsis barbata
giant blazingstar
ginger
goldthread
gooseberry
Hedychium spicatum
Homalomena
horehound
hyssop
Indian ipecac
Javanese Long Pepper
jujube
kola nut
kudzu
Kukicha
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Lesser speargrass
licorice root
lime
linden
little ironweed
loquat
lotus
lovage
mace
Malva sylvestris
mandarin
Marjoram
Marsh Tea
Matapalo Tree
Meadowsweet
Mentha haplocalyx
Mint
Myrobalan
Nardostachys
Natsudaidai
Ophiopogon
orange
Osmanthus
peach
Pepper Bark Tree
Peppermint
Persimmon
Phragmites
Phthalides
phytocannabinoids
Pimpinella
Piper chaba
Piper retrofractum
Plectranthus amboinicus
Polygonatum
prickly ash
Pulsatilla
quince
Rhus coriaria
root tuber
rose
Rubiaceae
Rubus
rue
sage
Sassafras
Savory
Scabrous Gentian
sea salt
Sensitive Plant
Sichuan pepper
soursop
Southernwood
spearmint leaf
Stephania root
Sweet Bay
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sweetgums
Swertia
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typhonium
Vanilla
Vervain
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Other health conditions supported by black seed
AcneAllergies (respiratory)
Alzheimer's Disease
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Autoimmune Disorders
Blood Poisoning
Bronchitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Congestive Heart Failure
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Epilepsy
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hair (loss or thinning)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Heart (weakness)
Hepatitis
Hypertension
Inflammation
Influenza
Insomnia
Liver Detoxification
Lupus
Malaria
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Migraine
Nausea and Vomiting
