Kalonji seeds nutrition facts

Kalonji seeds are known for their highly medicinal properties. They are source rich in dietary fibre. They also possess certain medicinal characteristics such as anti inflammatory and anti tumour value. It also helps build in a strong immune system for the body. Kalonji seeds or Nigella seeds as they are commonly referred to are also rich in calcium, potassium and iron. These three minerals also amount to the formation of healthy bones in our body. Also, the essential fatty acids which are unsaturated that are present in these seeds are useful for restricting the formation of a particular type of cancer cells in the body.

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Kalonji seeds are the small black granules found in the fruits of Nigella sativa plant which is an annual herbaceous plant which belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The nutritional facts include:
*Monosaccharides (single molecule sugars) in the form of glucose, rhamnose, xylose, and arabinose are found in the black seed.
*The black seed contains a non-starch polysaccharide component which is a useful source of dietary fiber.
*It is rich in fatty acids, particularly the unsaturated and essential fatty acids (Linoleic and Linoleic acid).
*Fifteen amino acids make up the protein content of the black seed, including eight of the nine essential amino acids.
*Black seed contains Arginine which is essential for infant growth.
*Chemical analysis has further revealed that the black seed contains carotene, which is converted by the liver into vitamin A, the vitamin known for its anti-cancer activity.
*It is also a source of calcium, iron, sodium, and potassium which have anti-bacterial properties, anti-tumor principles, show anti-histamine activity and help to promote lactation.
*Black seed also contains thymoquinone, which has has antioxidant properties and may have protective effects for the liver.
*Nigellone in black seed inhibits histamine release and may reduce allergy symptoms.