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Nigella Sativa, better known as black cumin, with its cumin seeds and the oil obtained from them are widely used both in cooking and in cosmetics, thanks to their numerous beneficial properties.
Ingredients: black cumin- nigella
Almost unknown, these seeds have been part of our diet for thousands of years so as to be considered "the Blessed Seed" for the numerous therapeutic properties. Black cumin is rich in vitamins, mineral salts but also in oleic acid and linoleic acid. Nigella Sativa is the official name but these seeds are so widespread in all cultures that they are called by various names such as black cumin, black sesame, Roman coriander, black seed etc.
Black cumin seeds are rich in vitamins , especially A, C and group B, and mineral salts, including calcium, iron, copper and zinc. They also contain omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, linoleic acid, oleic acid, polyphenols and saponins. Both seeds and black cumin oil are useful for raising immune defenses, treating digestive problems and bad breath, kidney, liver, respiratory and cardiovascular problems.
The oil is also excellent for fighting certain skin conditions , such as acne, dermatitis and eczema. In this case, it must be applied directly on clean and dry skin.
Origins and history:
The name nigella derives from the Latin niger, black, the color of the seeds. Given its widespread use, it is known with many terms, which confuse it with other spices: black cumin, black seed, fennel flower, nutmeg flower, Roman coriander, black onion seed, black sesame or black wheat.
Specific References
Michèle R. published the 14/12/2022 following an order made on 26/11/2022
Eccezionale
Michèle R. published the 14/12/2022 following an order made on 26/11/2022
Eccezionale
Nigella Sativa, better known as black cumin, with its cumin seeds and the oil obtained from them are widely used both in cooking and in cosmetics, thanks to their numerous beneficial properties.
Ingredients: black cumin- nigella
Star anise is a real antibiotic from nature. The most interesting active ingredient present in star anise, called anethole, has also shown anti-inflammatory properties. From the extraction of its essential oil it is used in medicine and herbal medicine for the preparation of drugs and natural remedies.
Ingredients: star anise
The sage with a pungent and camphoric flavor can be used to flavor meat, vegetables, omelettes, soups and stews. In French recipes, sage is used for the preparation of soups and flavoring white meats and salami, while in Italy it is the protagonist of recipes such as tortelloni with butter and sage, Roman saltimbocca or in the scent of porchetta.
Ingredients: sage
Origin: Egypt
Saffron is widely used in oriental cuisine to prepare meat, fish, rice dishes, desserts, drinks. The intense and persistent aroma and the bitter aroma that characterizes it makes it one of the most precious and expensive spices in the world. In Italy the use on Milanese risotto is known.
(The package consists of 2 grams)
Ingredients: saffron
This extraordinary onion powder with a thousand properties and a thousand benefits, is ideal for enriching any type of dish. Excellent detoxifier for our body, it has always been considered in the kitchen, as a food that cannot be missing for its taste and flavor, creating healthy dishes that are good for you.
Ingredients: onion
Cajenna pepper stimulates blood flow, is tonic and stomachic which facilitates digestion. The sweat effect makes it effective against colds, congestion and coughs. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. Useful in case of headache, neuralgia, arthritis, pain in the muscles and oral cavity.
Ingredients: cajenna pepper
The sesame seeds to be toasted are oilseeds, considered one of the main plant sources of calcium and are therefore useful for strengthening bones and teeth. Among other properties they help reduce cholesterol and promote digestion and more. They contain magnesium, phosphorus, iron, manganese, selenium, zinc and a good dose of protein.
Ingredients: sesame seeds
Chinese Five Spice Powder is a traditional spice blend used in Chinese cooking. This blend of spices gives dishes a slight hint of mentholated flavor.
Ingredients: star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, fennel.
Coriander is an aromatic herb with a sour taste with citrus aftertaste and ability to eliminate heavy metals from the body and in particular from the brain as well as protecting against oxidative damage from toxins. It is a plant with powerful healing effects that make it unique for its unique feature of eliminating mercury from the central nervous system.
Ingredients: coriander
Of Indonesian origin, curry has also become a fundamental ingredient in Western recipes. It will enrich the flavor making a pleasant tantalizing scent in all your dishes.
Ingredients: coriander, turmeric, ginger, fenugreek seeds, paprika, cumin, lemon zest, lemongrass, lemon powder (lemon, maltodextrin), bay leaves, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg.
Origin: Indonesia
Packaging : 50g / 150g stackable airtight pet jar.
Packaging: 300g / 1000g kraft bag with zip to save freshness.
Cloves have a very particular perfume, with a sweet taste. The aroma fades a little with cooking, dominates over other spices. They help prevent halitosis, cold sores, toothache, mosquito bites, pyorrhea, stomatitis. Roast flavoring and to make broths and stews more aromatic.
Ingredients: cloves
Fenugreek in grains has strong properties, making it an important dietetic-therapeutic product, used in the treatment of asthenic, lean and convalescent individuals as it contributes, to regain the lost weight, positively influencing the metabolism, causing an appetite awakening and weight gain.
Ingredients: fenugreek
The laurel is also called "Laurel" or "Tree of poets". An infusion based on laurel helps digestion avoiding fermentation, fights stomach pains and lack of appetite. Also very useful in the kitchen to flavor potatoes, stews, white meat stew.
Ingredients: laurel
Packaging: kraft bag with zip closure to save freshness.
Fennel as an officinal herb, is an excellent remedy for digestive problems, and in consideration of these beneficial virtues towards the digestive system, it can be very useful for those that have abdominal bloating and aerophagia problems herbal teas, decoctions and infusions prepared with the seeds of this vegetable.
Ingredients: superior fennel
Mint, as well as in the kitchen, can be used as a natural remedy thanks to its many beneficial properties. Promotes digestion, fights bad breath. It is suitable in the kitchen on various dishes, meat, vegetables, omelettes, soups.
Ingredients: peppermint
Vanilla is mainly for flavoring desserts and for making excellent creams. The aroma is given by the presence of vanillin with antioxidant properties which helps maintain a young organism by counteracting the action of free radicals. It is also useful for fighting stress and defeating insomnia.
Ingredients: organic bourboun vanilla bio
Origin: Madagascar
Dose: 10g
