nigella-sativa

Black seed has a bitter taste and is used as a spice in food, especially pickles. This seed is native to southwest Asia and has long been used as an antiparasitic, antibacterial and laxative. Consumption of black seed is beneficial for lactating women because it increases milk secretion. Other names are Black Seed, Black Seed, Black Sernich, Black Sanukh, Black Commune, Shuniz, Shunoz and Indian Commune.