An exotic addition to Viridian’s extensive essential fatty acid range. Known as the Blessed Seed, black cumin seed has numerous benefits and is popular in the Middle and Far East. With an aroma similar to eucalyptus or tea tree, it can be taken internally or used as a chest rub.
For over two thousand years the black seed, a plant from the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family, has been traditionally used by various cultures throughout the world as a natural remedy. The ancient Egyptians knew and used the black seed and described it as a panacea (cure for problems and diseases).
Nigella Sativa originates from Western Asia and is a herb that grows about 16-24 inches in height and has white flowers when in bloom. The plant is now cultivated from the Near East to India. The deep black, sharp-cornered rectangular seeds (no longer than 3 mm) are the part of the plant that is used for the preparation of products.
Phospholipids play key roles in supporting cellular membrane maintenance and Black Seed Oil is rich in these. Also it contains phyto-sterols such as Beta Sitosterol. Phyto-sterols support cell membrane structure and function
Compositional Analysis reveals that Black Seed Oil is also a source of a broad range of nutrients: Vitamin A (Retinol), B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vit C, D3 (cholecalciferol), Vit E (alpha-tocopherol), calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, selenium, zinc. Amino acids – aspartic acid, threonine, serine, glutamic acid, proline, glycine, alanine, valine, methionine, isoleucine, leucine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, histidine, and lysine.
Soil Association Certified Organics:
These products are certified to meet the Soil Association’s exacting standards for organic food and farming and are organically-grown avoiding the use of chemical sprays or artificial fertilisers. Organic farming is kinder to the environment, better for you and supports smaller growers.
VIRIDIAN PURITY: Cold Pressed, Solvent Free, Nitrogen Flushed during manufacture and packaging, 100% Active ingredients. This vegan product is free from gluten, wheat, lactose, added sugar, salt, yeast, preservatives or artificial colourings. Non-irradiated. Against animal testing
