Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Black seed (Nigella sativa) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Middle Eastern, South Asian, and North African cultures. Its use for sleep disturbances, including insomnia, is rooted primarily in these traditional practices. Black seed is considered to have calming properties and is sometimes used in folk remedies to "relax the nerves" or promote restful sleep. However, there is limited direct scientific research specifically evaluating black seed’s efficacy in treating insomnia. A few small studies and animal models have suggested that thymoquinone, a key constituent of black seed oil, might have mild anxiolytic and sedative effects. For example, some animal studies show central nervous system depressant properties, but robust clinical trials in humans for insomnia are lacking. Most of the support for black seed’s use in insomnia comes from historical and traditional use rather than strong scientific validation. Overall, while it remains popular in traditional herbal practices, the evidence supporting black seed as a treatment for insomnia is limited and largely anecdotal, with a need for well-designed clinical studies to confirm efficacy and safety for this specific indication.

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