Phytochemistry, pharmacology, and therapeutic uses of black seed (Nigella sativa)

Nigella sativa and its compounds have many biological effects such as anti-inflammatory, anti-hyperlipidemic, anti-microbial, anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, and wound healing activities. Also N. sativa has the effects on reproductive, digestive, immune and central nervous systems. It can be used as a valuable plant for production of new drugs for treatment of many diseases.